Nas on Collaborating with the National Symphony Orchestra

Season 45 Episode 18

Nas reflects on partnering with the Kennedy Center and the National Symphony Orchestra.

Nas reflects on partnering with the Kennedy Center to perform a symphonic version of "Illmatic" with the National Symphony Orchestra. Steven Reineke discusses branching out into hip-hop and rap for the first time as a classical orchestra conductor. Great Performances — Nas Live From the Kennedy Center: Classical Hip-Hop premieres nationwide Friday, February 2 at 9PM on PBS (check local listings).

AIR DATE 2/2/18

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