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When I Rise

In 1957, Barbara Smith Conrad, a gifted University of Texas music student found herself at the epicenter of racial controversy, struggling against the odds and ultimately ascending to the heights of international opera.

When I Rise: Conrad Interview

2m 5s

In 1957, Barbara Smith Conrad, a gifted University of Texas music student found herself at the epicenter of racial controversy, struggling against the odds and ultimately ascending to the heights of international opera.

Previews + Extras

  • When I Rise: Interview With Robert Mims: asset-mezzanine-16x9

    When I Rise: Interview With Robert Mims

    S12 E13 - 4m 37s

    In 1957, Barbara Smith Conrad, a gifted University of Texas music student found herself at the epicenter of racial controversy, struggling against the odds and ultimately ascending to the heights of international opera.

  • When I Rise: A Musical Legacy: asset-mezzanine-16x9

    When I Rise: A Musical Legacy

    S12 E13 - 4m 13s

    In 1957, Barbara Smith Conrad, a gifted University of Texas music student found herself at the epicenter of racial controversy, struggling against the odds and ultimately ascending to the heights of international opera.

  • When I Rise: I Felt So Betrayed: asset-mezzanine-16x9

    When I Rise: I Felt So Betrayed

    S12 E13 - 4m 51s

    In 1957, Barbara Smith Conrad, a gifted University of Texas music student found herself at the epicenter of racial controversy, struggling against the odds and ultimately ascending to the heights of international opera.

  • When I Rise - Promo: asset-mezzanine-16x9

    When I Rise - Promo

    S12 E13 - 27s

    In 1957, Barbara Smith Conrad, a gifted University of Texas music student found herself at the epicenter of racial controversy, struggling against the odds and ultimately ascending to the heights of international opera.

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