For Once in My Life - Trailer
Preview: Season 12 Episode 12 | 28s
The Spirit of Goodwill Band lets differently-abled musicians shine.
Made up of 29 musicians and singers who all have severe mental and physical disabilities, the Spirit of Goodwill Band is a raucous home away from home where members are free to display their talent, humor, and tenacity. Every member of the Spirit of Goodwill band copes with incredible challenges and obstacles, but nothing holds them back when it's time to rock the house.
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For Once in My Life - Trailer
Preview: Season 12 Episode 12 | 28s
Made up of 29 musicians and singers who all have severe mental and physical disabilities, the Spirit of Goodwill Band is a raucous home away from home where members are free to display their talent, humor, and tenacity. Every member of the Spirit of Goodwill band copes with incredible challenges and obstacles, but nothing holds them back when it's time to rock the house.
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For Once in My Life: After the Big Performance
Clip: S12 Ep12 | 2m 34s | What's happened to the Spirit of Goodwill band musicians since their big performance? (2m 34s)
For Once in My Life: Melissa's Mother
Clip: S12 Ep12 | 2m 24s | Percussionist Melissa's mother has no regrets about how she raised her daughter. (2m 24s)
Clip: S12 Ep12 | 3m 6s | Despite a difficult childhood, soprano Nancy leads a rich life, today. (3m 6s)
Clip: S12 Ep12 | 1m 36s | Bandleader Javier Pena coaches trombone player Jary through a rough patch in practice. (1m 36s)
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