This is an updated version of the previously presented class, Springsteen: His Passions, Patriotism, and Politics. It will include details, and live videos of songs and pre-song statements from his Spring 2026 20-city tour, “No Kings, Land of Hope & Dreams”. Participants will learn about Springsteen’s journey from awkward teenager to the most dynamic stage performer since James Brown and Elvis Presley, and someone who expanded the role of political singer/songwriter from Dylan’s passive performing and recording to the realm of political participation and activism.

Sessions will include relevant video/audio clips of interviews and stage performances from Bruce’s 50-plus-year career and discussion of themes that resonate in his work, including parental relationships, a sense of community and home, and responsibility to one's country. Participants will also have the opportunity to review, discuss, and vote on what they consider Springsteen’s most patriotic and most political song.