Country Music

Ken Burns tells the story of Country Music in an eight-part series, premiering Monday, September 15-25 on WXXI-TV. From its deep and tangled roots in ballads, blues and hymns performed in small settings, to its worldwide popularity, Country Music explores how country music evolved over the course of the twentieth century. In anticipation of the series WXXI celebrates this true American art form with special events and screenings throughout September.

Upcoming Programs & Events

PBS Previews: Country Music

Monday, August 19, 2019 - 8:00pm

This September, Ken Burns tells the story of Country Music. Catch a special preview of this exciting series before its premiere.

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Tammi Savoy and the Chris Casello Combo at Abilene Bar & Lounge

Sunday, September 1, 2019 - 5:00pm

WXXI is proud to a media partner for this Abilene Bar & Lounge concert with Tammi Savoy & The Chris Casello Combo.

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Ken Burns' "Country Music" Preview Screening

Saturday, September 7, 2019 - 3:00pm

In anticipation of Ken Burns new docu-series, WXXI hosts two FREE preview screenings of "Country Music" and more!

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Nick Young & the Less Fortunate at Abilene Bar & Lounge

Tuesday, September 10, 2019 - 5:30pm

Come out to Abilene Bar & Lounge for a night of indie rock with Nick Young, an alternative writer and performer with a touch of twang.

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Fiddlers Fair: Genesee Country Village & Museum

Saturday, August 17, 2019 - 10:00am

WXXI is proud to a media partner for this extraordinary music experience at the Genesee Country Valley Museum.

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