Yes, it’s true the Playing for Change group of musicians from the “Songs Around the World” album have a PBS special that will be airing across the country throughout the month of August.

Don’t forget to check out the dates and times for your particular Joliet area cable or satellite provider as this should be a show to please young and old alike.

Bob Marley’s “One Love” performed by Keb’ Mo’ and performers from India, Israel, Nepal, South Africa and Zimbabwe in the new PBS special PLAYING FOR CHANGE: PEACE THROUGH MUSIC.

Playing for Change is a multimedia effort to unite musicians and vocalists from diverse parts of the globe while seeking to immerse audiences in a movement to inspire, connect and bring peace to the world through music. Using mobile audio/video units, technicians traveled the world, recording local musicians outdoors in towns and cities worldwide.

In addition, musicians from all over the world are now brought together to perform benefit concerts that build music and art schools in communities in need. The special premieres August 1 and airs throughout August 2009 on most PBS stations. Check local listings for dates and times in your area at pbs.org. You can help PBS continue to offer everyone — from every walk of life — the opportunity to experience amazing performances and explore new ideas through television and online content.

To donate, please visit http://www.pbs.org/support

If you’re interested in joining them go to Playing for Change and sign up today.

You can also support them by ordering their Songs Around The World (CD + DVD)

Or join the Playing for Change Online Street Team



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