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Paul Simon and Friends: The Library of Congress Gershwin Prize for Popular Song (2007)

Directed by Linda Mendoza

Overview

The Library of Congress Gershwin Prize for Popular Song will honor either a songwriter, interpreter, or singer/songwriter whose career reflects lifetime achievement in promoting the genre of song as a vehicle of artistic expression and cultural understanding. Paul Simon, one of America’s most respected songwriters and musicians, was the recipient of the first annual Library of Congress Gershwin Prize for Popular Song. Named in honor of the legendary George and Ira Gershwin, the award recognizes the profound and positive effect of popular music on the world’s culture.

Length 110 minutes

Actors

Paul Simon | Lyle Lovett | Stevie Wonder | Charles Grodin | Marc Anthony | Art Garfunkel | James Taylor | Shawn Colvin | Bob Costas | Yolanda Adams | Alison Krauss | Jessy Dixon