Stephen Schwartz on His Two New ‘Wicked: For Good’ Songs and What They Say About America, Plus Spinoff Prospects: ‘I Might Be Participating in Other Visits to Oz’

What a long, strange bubble ride it’s been. But the work of songwriter Stephen Schwartz on “Wicked” — the property he first ...
WPXI

Fourth of July: Songs that celebrate, define the essence of America

Americans celebrate Independence Day in many ways -- with fireworks, parades and barbecues. And from sea to shining sea, music has defined how Americans see themselves -- and their country. Many ...
BroadwayWorld

Ben Rector: Songs for America at Renée and Henry Segerstrom Concert Hall

Celebrate America’s 250th anniversary with Songs for America—Ben Rector’s heartfelt symphonic tribute to the country’s cities, stories, and shared spirit. Inspired by fifteen years of cross-country ...
The Hollywood Reporter

July 4th Playlist: 10 Songs About ‘America’

From Miley Cyrus' "Party in the U.S.A." to Bruce Springsteen's "Born in the U.S.A.," 10 songs to get you in the American spirit. By Billboard Staff It’s impossible to live in the 50 states and not ...
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America’s founders had specific ideas about the ‘pursuit of happiness.’ Now they have been put to music

The Constitution Center’s Jeffrey Rosen wrote songs about the moral philosophy behind the Founding Fathers’ signature phrase.
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40 Best Patriotic Songs to Add to Your 4th of July Playlist

Released in October 2011, “Home” became the stirring second single—and title track—from Dierks Bentley’s 2012 album. The patriotic song was deeply influenced by a tragic January 2011 shooting in ...