A Capitol Fourth
Debut: July 04, 1980

A Capitol Fourth is a free annual concert performed on the west lawn of the United States Capitol Building in Washington, D.C., in celebration of Independence Day each July 4. Broadcast live on PBS, NPR and the American Forces Network and presented by WETA, the concert is viewed and heard by millions across the United States and the world, as well as attended by more than half a million people at the Capitol. The concert traditionally features elements of the 3rd U.S. Infantry Regiment (The Old Guard), the United States Army Presidential Salute Guns Battery, the U.S. Army Band (Pershing's Own), the National Symphony Orchestra and the Choral Arts Society of Washington, who provide much of the music during the show for various celebrity artists. A celebrity host and a variety of guests entertain and pay tribute to their country throughout the evening. Despite its status as an annual program, it is currently the highest-rated show on PBS.

Intros
Credits
Posters
YouTube Videos
Quotes
Erich Kunziel: "Thank you, Barry and Happy Birthday, America!"
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Barry Bostwick: "We're here to wave the flag, get our patriotic spirits stirred, and fill the air with sounds of music!"
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Barry Bostwick: "Good evening and welcome to another glorious celebration of America's Birthday!"
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E.G. Marshall: "There will be music by Eric Copeland and Henry Mancini, and fireworks galore!"
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E.G. Marshall: "It's a glorious evening here on the United States Capitol, where over 250,000 people have gathered to celebrate the 210th birthday of the United States!"
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