ARTv (HD)

By ARTSEDGE: The Kennedy Center's Arts Education Network

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Welcome to ARTv (HD)! Focused on HD content developed for mobile and Internet-based learning, this podcast will provide quick access to all the Kennedy Center's HD educational video content.

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ARTv (HD) episodes:

10.24.2014
Blood, Guts and Gore: Zombie Makeup
A step-by-step guide for turning you and your friends into the living dead. All you need is some cheap black and white makeup from your local drugstore. (Brains are optional.)
10.21.2014
Blood, Guts and Gore: Ballistics Gel (part 2)
Make scary-real innards through the magic of kitchen chemistry. This tutorial shows you how to make ballistics gel (for organs).
10.20.2014
Blood, Guts and Gore: Ballistics Gel (part 1)
Make scary-real innards through the magic of kitchen chemistry. This tutorial shows you how to make ballistics gel (for organs).
10.16.2014
Blood, Guts and Gore: Open Wounds
This special effect is easy to create with makeup and scar wax. And the gashes look so real, your friends will want to drag you to the emergency room.
10.14.2014
Blood, Guts and Gore: Blood Bags and Squirting Blood
Here are ways to create the special effect of bursting blood. You'll be amazed at the mess you can make with a simple sandwich bag!
10.09.2014
Blood, Guts and Gore: Black Eyes and Bloody Noses
Create the look of a mixed martial arts fighter without stepping into the octagon. No punches, pain, or swelling required.
10.06.2014
Blood, Guts and Gore: Store-Bought Blood
When you don’t have time to mix it yourself! Many styles and colors of fake blood are available online and in some theatrical supply stores.
10.03.2014
Blood, Guts and Gore: Oobleck
More chemistry fun with the non-Newtonian fluid called Oobleck (gooey guts). This gross, gooey substance makes pulling guts easy and fun.
10.01.2014
Blood, Guts and Gore: Soap-Based Blood
Dish soap and food-coloring—that’s all it takes. And this stage blood is a snap to clean up—the soap is built right in.
09.26.2014
Blood, Guts and Gore: Edible Blood
This easy recipe for making realistic blood is a delicious blend of sweet syrups and food coloring. Maybe that's why Dracula drinks the stuff.
05.09.2014
The Visual World of Blue Note Records: The History
Dive deep into the history of Blue Note records.
05.08.2014
The Visual World of Blue Note Records: The Covers
Explore the impact of the work Blue Note designer Reid Miles had on album cover design, in Jazz and beyond.
05.05.2014
The Visual World of Blue Note Records: The Photographs
Discover the work of Frank Wolff, who set the tone for Jazz photography with this work for Blue Note records.
05.01.2014
The Visual World of Blue Note Records: An Introduction
Learn the basics about Blue Note and its remarkable style.
03.27.2014
DJ 101: Looping and Sampling (in high definition)
As rappers became featured artists, it was the DJ’s job to keep the beat (or the break) steady, so that the rappers could rap to the beat, do their routines, or recite full verses without interruption.
03.21.2014
DJ 101: Scratching (in high definition)
Kandi introduces “the scratch,” a move where you pull the record back and forth while the needle is on the record. But scratching is as much about rhythm and style as it is about technique.
03.19.2014
Elephant and Piggie's We Are in a Play - Design (in high definition)
So, we’ve talked about what happens on stage and how it all sounds, but what about how it looks? That’s important, too, and the scenic designer, costume designer, lighting designer, and choreographer all help create the look and feel of...
03.13.2014
DJ 101: Drop it on the One (in high definition)
High quality equipment may help you become a better DJ, but nothing beats having the right “touch.”
03.13.2014
Elephant and Piggie's We Are in a Play - Music (in high definition)
In a musical, songs and music play an important role in telling the story—helping audiences understand what is happening, what the characters are feeling, and even how characters are changing.
03.05.2014
Elephant and Piggie's We Are in a Play - Writing (in high definition)
The story of Elephant and Piggie’s We Are in a Play! began as a book (well, six books to be exact). But to tell the stories on stage, the playwright Mo Willems had to adapt, or change, them so they...
10.11.2013
Five(ish) Minute Dance Lesson - Latin Dance Nivel 2, Lección 4: Cha Cha Cha (en alta definición)
¿Se acuerdan de la postura de los brazos cerrados y la de brazos abiertos del nivel uno de Baile Latino? Las van a usar otra vez en esta lección de cha cha cha.
10.11.2013
Five(ish) Minute Dance Lesson - Latin Dance Level 2, Lesson 4: Cha Cha Cha (in High Definition)
Do you remember the closed and open arm holds from Latin Dance, Level 1? You’ll think about them again in this Cha Cha Cha lesson.
10.04.2013
Five(ish) Minute Dance Lesson - Latin Dance Lección 4: Cha Cha Cha (en alta definición)
En esta lección se aprenderá hacer el paso básico o balanceado – un paso para adelante o para atras que lleva su peso ligeramente, balanceandose hacia donde empezó. Es rápido, asi que use pasos ligeros y transfiere unicamente el peso...
10.04.2013
Five(ish) Minute Dance Lesson - Latin Dance Lesson 4: Cha Cha Cha (in High Definition)
In this lesson you will do a rock step—a forward or backward step that takes your weight just slightly, rocking you back where you started. It is fast, so stay light on your feet and transfer only enough weight to...
09.27.2013
Five(ish) Minute Dance Lesson - Latin Dance Level 2, Lesson 3: Bachata (in High Definition)
Need a reminder of Bachata basics? Just remember 1, 2, 3, tap and 1, 2, 3, tap. The tap on beat 4 and 8 gives a rhythmic accent to the dance steps.
09.20.2013
Five(ish) Minute Dance Lesson - Latin Dance Level 2, Lesson 2: Salsa (in High Definition)
This lesson incorporates the basic Salsa steps we learned before—forward/back, side step, and cumbia (or ½ swing)—but adds a new sequence of three steps that combine to form the cross-body lead with a follower’s turn, ending with a leader’s turn.
09.13.2013
Five(ish) Minute Dance Lesson - Latin Dance Level 2, Lesson 1: Merengue (in High Definition)
Ricardo and Elba introduce three new moves that will make you feel like a dancing pro—just as long as you keep bending your knees to the beat.
04.26.2013
In the Studio with Jason Moran: Summertime (in High Definition)
Jason and the band perform the standard, “Summertime.”
04.19.2013
In the Studio with Jason Moran: Standards (in High Definition)
Jason explains what jazz “standards” are, and how musicians all over the globe know how to play these pieces.
04.12.2013
In the Studio with Jason Moran: Watching Jazz (in High Definition)
Jason explains how jazz musicians and baseball players are more alike than you would think, and helps you understand how musicians communicate during a performance.
04.05.2013
In the Studio with Jason Moran: The Jazz Audience (in High Definition)
What are your musical “tastes?” Jason talks about what the responsibility of the audience is, and gives some tips about how to enjoy a jazz performance.
03.27.2013
In the Studio with Jason Moran: Vamping (in High Definition)
Jason and the band improvise and vamp using the classic “Ain’t Misbehavin’” by Fats Waller. Make sure to pay attention to Jason’s new headwear.
03.22.2013
In the Studio with Jason Moran: Evidence (in High Definition)
How is Jazz like a football play? Jason explains “hits” in jazz—and how players know how to navigate the music. The band then plays “Evidence” by Thelonious Monk to illustrate the point.
03.20.2013
In the Studio with Jason Moran: Improvisation (in High Definition)
Using the metaphor of “Harold and the Purple Crayon,” Jason explains what jazz means and how it works.
03.15.2013
In the Studio with Jason Moran: Infospace (in High Definition)
While listening to a recording of a financial report, Jason creates a new composition using the sound of the reporter’s voice as his inspiration
03.13.2013
In the Studio with Jason Moran: Ringing My Phone (in High Definition)
Jason talks about the musicality of language, and then plays his original composition, "Ringing My Phone."
03.06.2013
In the Studio with Jason Moran: Skateboarding (in High Definition)
The Kennedy Center’s Artistic Advisor for Jazz Jason Moran introduces himself and shares his thoughts on innovation and creativity—through the lens of skateboarding and Jazz.
11.14.2012
Five(ish) Minute Dance Lesson - Latin Dance: Lesson 3: Bachata (in High Definition)
Now it’s time to really kick it into high gear on the dance floor. The Bachata takes some of its cues from other Latin dances, but it’s a unique dance unto itself. Remember, much of Latin dance is connected to...
11.06.2012
Five(ish) Minute Dance Lesson - Latin Dance: Lesson 2: Salsa (in High Definition)
Ricardo and Elba, along with the dancers from the After School Dance Fund , walk you through the basic steps of the Salsa, one of the most common Latin Dances. The name for the dance was inspired by the food,...
10.30.2012
Five(ish) Minute Dance Lesson - Latin Dance: Lesson 1: Merengue (in High Definition)
Ricardo and Elba are going to show you how, with just a few simple moves, you can impress on the floor in no time. The Merengue is the official dance of the Dominican Republic. Remember that when you’re dancing the...
09.21.2012
Unpacking the Tracks: You Can't Hurry Love: Marvin Gaye's "What's Going On" part 4 (in High Definition)
Questlove of The Roots and Motown historian Harry Weinger explore “You Can’t Hurry Love,” recorded by The Supremes. They break down the typical “Motown sound,” demonstrating just how different the recording process was for Marvin Gaye’s “What’s Going On.” More...
08.31.2012
Unpacking the Tracks: Marvin Gaye's "What's Going On" part 3 (in High Definition)
Questlove of The Roots and Motown historian Harry Weinger continue to unpack Marvin Gaye’s “What’s Going On.” They explore differences between the single and the album versions of the title track, and discover a surprise appearance by the Detroit Lions!...
08.27.2012
Unpacking the Tracks: Marvin Gaye's "What's Going On" part 2 (in High Definition)
Motown historian Harry Weinger and Questlove of The Roots dig deeper into Marvin Gaye’s “What’s Going On.” They talk about synesthesia, raw harmonies, and avoiding the "perfect" Motown fade. More at whatsgoingonnow.org.
08.20.2012
Unpacking the Tracks: Marvin Gaye's "What's Going On" part 1 (in High Definition)
Sit at the mixing console with Motown historian Harry Weinger and Questlove of The Roots as they unpack Marvin Gaye’s chart-topping hit, “What’s Going On.” They explore how the instruments were combined to form the song’s unique sound, and even...
07.24.2012
Garry Golden on Emerging Technology (in High Definition)
Garry looks ahead to the future of how we will interact with technology using natural user interfaces, like Microsoft's Kinect, Apple's Siri, and IBM's Watson. He talks about how movement-based interfaces like Kinect are rapidly finding their way into arts...
07.19.2012
Garry Golden on Effecting Change (in High Definition)
Garry discusses the challenge of effecting change, reviews the current state of self-directed learning, and suggests a future that includes learning management systems. He talks about the importance of the opportunities created by placing a higher value on sentiment analysis,...
07.13.2012
Garry Golden on the Future of Work (in High Definition)
Garry discusses arts-influenced changes in the workplace, the opportunities created by social networks and open source engineering, the importance of critical thinking, and the value of both left and right-brain experiences. He talks about the need for students to develop...
07.11.2012
Garry Golden on the Role of Educators (in High Definition)
Garry outlines the evolving role of the teacher in a dynamic arts education landscape, including the challenge of the widening knowledge gap around student-accessible digital tools. He stresses the importance of educator involvement in online peer-to-peer social networks, following leading-edge...
07.05.2012
Garry Golden on Arts Experiences and the Rise of Third Place (in High Definition)
Garry speaks about his personal experiences with arts education and his work in the field of millennial studies. Building upon the accepted value of arts experiences in schools, he talks about the importance of the “third-place” as an opportunity for...
04.02.2012
Diane Ravitch on the Roles of Teachers and Families (in High Definition)
In the final part of this interview, Diane talks about the role of teachers and families in education, as well as her personal experiences with the arts.

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ARTv (HD) episodes:

Blood, Guts and Gore: Zombie Makeup

Blood, Guts and Gore: Ballistics Gel (part 2)

Blood, Guts and Gore: Ballistics Gel (part 1)

Blood, Guts and Gore: Open Wounds

Blood, Guts and Gore: Blood Bags and Squirting Blood

Blood, Guts and Gore: Black Eyes and Bloody Noses

Blood, Guts and Gore: Store-Bought Blood

Blood, Guts and Gore: Oobleck

Blood, Guts and Gore: Soap-Based Blood

Blood, Guts and Gore: Edible Blood

The Visual World of Blue Note Records: The History

The Visual World of Blue Note Records: The Covers

The Visual World of Blue Note Records: The Photographs

The Visual World of Blue Note Records: An Introduction

DJ 101: Looping and Sampling (in high definition)

DJ 101: Scratching (in high definition)

Elephant and Piggie's We Are in a Play - Design (in high definition)

DJ 101: Drop it on the One (in high definition)

Elephant and Piggie's We Are in a Play - Music (in high definition)

Elephant and Piggie's We Are in a Play - Writing (in high definition)

Five(ish) Minute Dance Lesson - Latin Dance Nivel 2, Lección 4: Cha Cha Cha (en alta definición)

Five(ish) Minute Dance Lesson - Latin Dance Level 2, Lesson 4: Cha Cha Cha (in High Definition)

Five(ish) Minute Dance Lesson - Latin Dance Lección 4: Cha Cha Cha (en alta definición)

Five(ish) Minute Dance Lesson - Latin Dance Lesson 4: Cha Cha Cha (in High Definition)

Five(ish) Minute Dance Lesson - Latin Dance Level 2, Lesson 3: Bachata (in High Definition)

Five(ish) Minute Dance Lesson - Latin Dance Level 2, Lesson 2: Salsa (in High Definition)

Five(ish) Minute Dance Lesson - Latin Dance Level 2, Lesson 1: Merengue (in High Definition)

In the Studio with Jason Moran: Summertime (in High Definition)

In the Studio with Jason Moran: Standards (in High Definition)

In the Studio with Jason Moran: Watching Jazz (in High Definition)

In the Studio with Jason Moran: The Jazz Audience (in High Definition)

In the Studio with Jason Moran: Vamping (in High Definition)

In the Studio with Jason Moran: Evidence (in High Definition)

In the Studio with Jason Moran: Improvisation (in High Definition)

In the Studio with Jason Moran: Infospace (in High Definition)

In the Studio with Jason Moran: Ringing My Phone (in High Definition)

In the Studio with Jason Moran: Skateboarding (in High Definition)

Five(ish) Minute Dance Lesson - Latin Dance: Lesson 3: Bachata (in High Definition)

Five(ish) Minute Dance Lesson - Latin Dance: Lesson 2: Salsa (in High Definition)

Five(ish) Minute Dance Lesson - Latin Dance: Lesson 1: Merengue (in High Definition)

Unpacking the Tracks: You Can't Hurry Love: Marvin Gaye's "What's Going On" part 4 (in High Definition)

Unpacking the Tracks: Marvin Gaye's "What's Going On" part 3 (in High Definition)

Unpacking the Tracks: Marvin Gaye's "What's Going On" part 2 (in High Definition)

Unpacking the Tracks: Marvin Gaye's "What's Going On" part 1 (in High Definition)

Garry Golden on Emerging Technology (in High Definition)

Garry Golden on Effecting Change (in High Definition)

Garry Golden on the Future of Work (in High Definition)

Garry Golden on the Role of Educators (in High Definition)

Garry Golden on Arts Experiences and the Rise of Third Place (in High Definition)

Diane Ravitch on the Roles of Teachers and Families (in High Definition)