Take Me to the Water
A one-hour special, hosted by Vernon Neal, focusing on harpist Ashley Jackson’s program Take Me to the Water recorded at American Public Medias studios. Take Me to the Water, is an immersive audio experience that touches on themes from African mythology, the antebellum spiritual tradition and water’s transportive, transmogrifying nature
Encore from February 2024
Host
Vernon Neal
Vernon Neal is the host of the podcast Rhapsody in Black, where we turn up the voices of Black
artists in the world of classical music. He was born in Belize but raised in Los Angeles. After arriving in the Midwest as a teenager,
he discovered an insatiable interest in learning how to create music and taught himself how to play various instruments.
“Music has been my cheer squad at my proudest moments and a shoulder to lean on in my lowest." He remains committed to building community
and uplifting underrepresented groups through the healing power of music.
Length
One hour
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Playlist Available: April 1, 2024
Promo spot available: April 1, 2024
Program rundown available: April 1, 2024
Broadcast Window
May 31, 2024 - June 30, 2024
Broadcast Rights
Affiliate stations may carry this program multiple times before July 1, 2024. The program must be carried in its entirety. No excerpting is permitted. Simulcast streaming rights are available for this program. Prior to carrying this program, stations must contact their American Public Media Station Relations Representative.
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