Meet the Bats, a popular Kentucky group that likes to rock but not on chairs. They prefer to rock the stage. This group of 50-somethings regularly sells out its gigs and always leaves the audience laughing.
The Fastest Jazz Musician in the World
Nolan Shaheed lives a double life. He’s one of the top jazz musicians in the world, performing with artists like Stevie Wonder and Duke Ellington, and he’s also a world-record-holding track and field superstar.
Mark Farner
In the early 1970s, no one was bigger than Grand Funk Railroad. Mark Farner was the group’s lead singer, guitarist and songwriter, and he says the lessons he learned then remain true today — it’s all about love.
Les Lieber
For 45 years, saxophonist Les Lieber has gathered his friends at a New York City bar for the weekly Jazz at Noon jam. And Les is still taking the stage every week too — at the age of 99. Find out how long he wants to play.
Meet the Horn Man!
From a conch to a tuba, Bill Nemoyten plays them all. See how this pied piper uses his unique collection to delight audiences and spread his passion for music to all who will listen!
Carla Ulbrich
Carla Ulbrich considers herself a professional smart aleck. But when she was diagnosed with lupus, at first she didn’t think it was so funny. Now, she’s found that humor may really be the best medicine. Listen to her funny take on healthcare.
Bill Tapia
Up until his death at 103 years old, legendary ukulele player Bill Tapia, aka the Duke of Uke, was the oldest working musician. Just months before his death, he revealed stories from some of his more famous friends.
Tanya Tucker Battles Back
As a child, Tanya Tucker knew there was only one thing she’d ever want to do in life — perform. By 13, her song “Delta Dawn” was a huge hit. She explains how she survived the professional and personal highs and lows to come out better than ever.
David Fishof
He makes dreams come true. With his Rock and Roll Fantasy Camp, David Fishof gives everyone from novice to advanced musicians a chance to rock the stage with rock legends and finally realize their lifelong rock-star fantasies.
Funny Funky White Girl
For Diane in Washington, D.C., Growing Bolder means getting down! She sent us a video called Funny Funky White Girl with a note that said, “My dancing video will show (your) viewers you can still be a kid and have fun at 65.” Amen, Diane!