America's 250th Birthday Celebration

Published March 31, 2026 at 11:41 AM CDT

Evansville Philharmonic Music Director Roger Kalia and co-host Bill Hemminger delve into the musical identity of the United States in this 250th birthday celebration of the diverse voices that shape the American story.

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