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Episode No. 426: Serbian/Steel

An episode of Image Union featuring the work "One Sturdy String" by Mirko Popadic. A history of traditional Serbian music. Some footage from Popadic's "Serbian Wedding" tape. We see the different ways Serbian Chicagoans incorporate this music into their lives, from extremely traditional performances to weddings to rock interpretations. We see footage of the Kapugi brothers playing the tamburitza. There is a lot of talk about the happiness produced by Serbian music and about the ways it combines with American music. Followed by "Studs Terkel at the Steel Mill" featuring Studs Terkel interviewing steel worker and organizer Alice Peurala.

English
  • Originally Aired January 25, 1982
  • Runtime 30 minutes
  • Content Rating United States of America TV-PG
  • Network Chicago, United States WTTW/Chicago
  • Created June 3, 2025 by
    losmonos
  • Modified June 3, 2025 by
    losmonos