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Culture in the News
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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New England Conservatory gears up to celebrate a New England composer
Charles Ives turns 150 this year. In honor of him, the New England Conservatory is hosting a series of events highlighting his work. The NEC's Stephen Drury joins The Culture Show to talk about the event. -
Garrard Conley hopes to 'unerase' queer history in Puritan New England with 'All the World Beside'
The "Boy Erased" author joins GBH News to discuss his new novel, "All the World Beside." -
Wrap up Women's History Month with an art walk
Julia Swanson returns to The Culture Show to share another round of picks for local public art celebrating Boston's women.
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Gary Sinise Honors Vietnam Prisoners of War
Gary Sinise honors Vietnam prisoners of war at the 2023 National Memorial Day Concert. -
The War And Treaty Performs "Up Yonder"
The War And Treaty performs "Up Yonder" at the 2023 National Memorial Day Concert. -
Reach Out Moment with The War And Treaty
Reach out moment with Michael and Tanya Trotter of The War And Treaty at the 2023 Concert. -
The NSO Performs "The Armed Forces Medley"
The NSO performs "The Armed Forces Medley" at the 2023 National Memorial Day Concert.
