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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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At The Porch, Black artists have a communal stage to tell nuanced stories
Prior to the Front Porch Arts Collective's founding, Boston was without a professional Black theater company. -
A year of 'wins' for Asian American representation in movies and TV
Under the Radar breaks down new Asian American-centered representation in TV and movies in this special hour-long discussion. -
Despite cancelled Prudential expansion, Harvard Book Store sees bright future for independent book sellers
Independent book stores around Boston are seeing increased sales and popular in-person events.
GBH Music
More Culture Programs
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The War And Treaty Performs "Up Yonder"
The War And Treaty performs "Up Yonder" at the 2023 National Memorial Day Concert. -
Yolanda Adams Performs "Count on Me"
Yolanda Adams performs "Count on Me" 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.
