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When Music Makes History

America the Beautiful

Ray Charles performs America the Beautiful at the 1984 Republican National Convention.

Aired 12/01/2020

When Music Makes History

America the Beautiful

Special | 1m 19s

Ray Charles performs America the Beautiful at the 1984 Republican National Convention.

In 1984, Ray Charles delivered a stirring rendition of America the Beautiful at the Republican National Convention, echoing President Reagan’s optimistic campaign message.

Aired 12/01/2020

When Music Makes History is a local public television program presented by WETA

When Music Makes History

America the Beautiful

Special | 1m 19s

In 1984, Ray Charles delivered a stirring rendition of America the Beautiful at the Republican National Convention, echoing President Reagan’s optimistic campaign message.

Aired 12/01/2020

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When Music Makes History is a local public television program presented by WETA

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