Received multiple ASCAP Deems Taylor Awards for excellence in music broadcast programming
Quote: "For the past 40 years, 'Great Performances' has been proud to bring you arts programming that has moved and inspired you․"
Quote: "[on new theme music] "After 36 years of showcasing the best in the performing arts for American audiences, we wanted to reinvigorate our 'Great Performances' broadcast identity for today's digital HD generation․""
Has produced and programmed multiple projects for PBS, including "Great Performances," and "In the Spotlight․"
Has worked as a multi-camera event director on a number of televised concerts and other events
Many of his programs showcase the performing arts, ranging from music to theater to comedy
Asked film composer John Williams to write a new theme for "Great Performances" after the series had been on air for 36 years
Became Director of Music Programming for Thirteen
Awards
1988Primetime Emmy-Outstanding Classical Program in the Performing Arts:winner
1990Primetime Emmy-Outstanding Classical Program in the Performing Arts:nominated
1992Primetime Emmy-Outstanding Variety, Music or Comedy Program (Special):nominated
1993Primetime Emmy-Outstanding Variety, Music or Comedy Special:nominated
1995Primetime Emmy-Outstanding Cultural Program:nominated
1996Primetime Emmy-Outstanding Cultural Music-Dance Program:nominated