SHARON ISBIN: TROUBADOUR

Acclaimed for her extraordinary lyricism, technique and versatility, multiple Grammy winner Sharon Isbin is considered one of today's pre-eminent classical guitarists. Isbin's catalogue of more than 25 recordings — ranging from Baroque, folk and Latin to rock, pop and jazz-fusion — reflects her remarkable versatility.

Combining performance and documentary, SHARON ISBIN: TROUBADOUR focuses on Isbin's unusual and inspiring musical journey, including her struggles working within a traditionally male-dominated field. The film also explores Isbin's role as teacher to a new generation of guitarists at both The Juilliard School, where she created the first guitar department, and the Aspen Music Festival.

Narrated by NPR's Susan Stamberg, the program features a wide range of guests, including Joan Baez, Martina Navratilova, First Lady Michelle Obama, Garrison Keillor and David Hyde Pierce; rock legends Steve Vai, Janis Ian and Leslie Gore; composers Tan Dun, John Corigliano, Christopher Rouse and Joan Tower; jazz greats Stanley Jordan and Paul Winter; fiddler Mark O'Connor and many others.