Boston youth choirs share the stage to premiere piece using Phillis Wheatley’s poetry
The “I Dream A World” Youth Choral Showcase will include the world premiere of “Freedom Hymn” by composer B.E. Boykin.
Music & Culture Events
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In PersonOutspoken Saturdays (June 2026)
The GBH BPL studio will host Outspoken Saturdays, a spoken word poetry event for emerging artists. Every first Saturday of the month, the series will be created in collaboration with spoken word artist Amanda Shea.
If you are interested in performing, feel free to submit your work for review here
Join us!
Registration is encouraged for this free event.
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Culture in the News
The joyful magic behind ‘Library Lion,’ the puppet-powered musical delighting Boston’s kids
At a free matinee, elementary school students clapped, sang and shouted along to the live performance. Executive Director Karin Sharav Zalkind joined GBH's All Things Considered to share more about the joyful event.
More Culture Programs
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Icelandic Percussion Instruments in "Helka" by Jón Leifs
Scott Yoo hears "Helka" by the Icelandic composer Jón Leifs. -
An Icelandic Musical Instrument Made from Driftwood
Scott Yoo learns how driftwood can be made into an iconic Icelandic instrument. -
How Does a Turkish Ney Get Created?
Alice Dade learns from Rifat Varo about how the Turkish reed flute gets made. -
Turkish Court Music and the Kanun
Scott Yoo learns about the kanun and Turkish court music.
