American Masters

American Masters

How Sun Ra gave thanks to the Creator

Each day, Sun Ra wrote a piece of music solely for “the Creator.”

Cascade PBS Staff Jan 12, 2026

American Masters

How Sun Ra created his own record label, Saturn Records

Sun Ra was one of the first Black artists to have his own record label.

Cascade PBS Staff Jan 12, 2026

American Masters

Sun Ra’s concept of “alter destiny” was his way of changing humanity

Sun Ra wanted to change humanity with his concept of the “alter destiny.”

Cascade PBS Staff Jan 12, 2026

American Masters

Sun Ra: Do The Impossible

Discover the extraordinary life of poet, philosopher and music visionary Sun Ra.

Cascade PBS Staff Jan 9, 2026

American Masters

Maryam Taghavi: Estranged Letters [Extended Audio Description]

An Iranian-American artist’s work uses abstracted Persian calligraphy to signify migration.

Cascade PBS Staff Jan 5, 2026