Great Performances

Season 36, Episode 9

Episode Title: Pete Seeger's 90th Birthday Celebration: Live from Madison Square Garden

Air Date: 2009-07-30

Overview:

With a career spanning more than half a century, renowned folk artist, political activist, and avid environmentalist, Pete Seeger, turned 90 in May of 2009. In honor of the milestone birthday, a multi-generational roster of artists, whose music has been shaped by Seeger’s vision, gathered at Madison Square Garden on May 3 to celebrate his lifetime achievement.