Name: American Masters
Genre: Documentary

American Masters Episode 27.01 Sister Rosetta Tharpe: The Godmother of Rock & Roll

American Masters Episode 27.01 Sister Rosetta Tharpe: The Godmother of Rock & Roll

Episode Premiere

February 22, 2013

Genre

Documentary

Production Company

Eagle Rock Entertainment

Official Site

https://www.pbs.org/wnet/americanmasters/

Information

Episode Premiere

February 22, 2013

Genre

Documentary

Period

1986 -

Production Co

Eagle Rock Entertainment

Distributor

PBS

Official Site

https://www.pbs.org/wnet/americanmasters/

Cast and Crew

Director

Mick Csáky

Synopsis

Despite not being a household name today, Sister Rosetta Tharpe is one of the most influential artists of the 20th century. Her flamboyance, skill, and showmanship on the newly electrified guitar played a vital role in the conception of Rock & Roll as a genre of music. Featuring archival performances and using new interviews with fellow musicians, producers, friends, and colleagues, this film tells the story of a talented and determined woman that introduces spiritual passion of her gospel music background into Rock & Roll. Learn more about Sister Rosetta Tharpe, her life story, and lasting artistic legacy.