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Recorded at New Orleans Jazz & Heritage Festival, the program showcases three of the city's most celebrated musicians: Allen Toussaint, Dr. John and the Neville Brothers. [Sat., May 2 at 8:30pm]

LIFE ON EARTH: ATTENBOROUGH'S GREATEST ADVENTURE

This is the story behind TV’s first wildlife blockbuster, which began in 1976. Sir David Attenborough celebrates his 100th birthday on May 8. [Wed., May 6 at 7pm]

NATIONAL MEMORIAL DAY CONCERT

Watch live from the U.S. Capitol West Lawn. [Sun., May 24 at 7pm & 8:30pm]

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