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Omar Thomas on making “Griot Songs” at GBH
Omar Thomas is a large ensemble composer who’s had work commissioned by Eastman New Jazz Ensemble, the Boston Gay Men’s Chorus, and the Colorado Symphony Orchestra. His newest album, “Griot Songs,” was recorded entirely in the GBH Fraser Performance Studio. He spoke to Al Davis and Va Lynda Robinson about the process.
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Boston author Aube Rey Lescure on her debut novel set in modern China
The Boston-based author makes her debut with “River East, River West." -
Two experts unpack Barbra Streisand's long-awaited memoir
Barbra Streisand spent a decade writing 'My Name is Barbra,' and fans and critics alike have heaped praise onto the 1,000 page book. -
Unpacking museum cyberattacks, Mickey Mouse and movies on 'The Culture Show'
A cyberattack hit museums across the country, including the Museum of Fine Arts right here in Boston. Jared Bowen, Edgar B Herwick III and Callie Crossley discuss it and other headlines from this week in arts.
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Episode 4905, Season 49<br> Jorge Drexler
Award-winning Latin music star Jorge Drexler showcases his album Tinta y Tiempo.| 53:26 -
Kate Prince's ZooNation Performs to Fields of Gold by Sting
A family celebrates the marriage of their brother, set to the music of Sting.| 1:26 -
ZooNation Dance Performance to Sting's "Message In A Bottle"
In this dance show, three siblings call on fellow refugees to protest their situation.| 2:48 -
Sting on "Message In A Bottle"
Sting discusses the core messages behind the dance program "Message in a Bottle."| 1:15
