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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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Black and Brown Filmmakers on Making It In Massachusetts
Basic Black guests discuss what it's like to be a creative of color in Massachusetts. -
'Relinquished' aims to challenge our understanding of adoption in America
The author of "Relinquished: The Politics of Adoption and The Privilege of American Motherhood" sits down with Under the Radar to break down the reality of America's adoption system. -
'The Culture Show' weighs in on March Madness
On today's week in review episode, hosts Jared Bowen, Callie Crossley, and Edgar B Herwick III talk through all of the latest in arts and culture news, including around the NCAA
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Episode 25, Season 11<br> Ballerina Misty Copeland broke barriers and made history
Ballerina Misty Copeland, filmmaker John Sayles and photographer Rosamond Purcell| 26:46 -
An All-Star Ensemble Performs Big Yellow Taxi
An all-star ensemble sings "Big Yellow Taxi" at the 2023 Gershwin Prize for Joni Mitchell.| 3:25 -
Joni Mitchell's Gershwin Prize Acceptance Speech
Singer and songwriter Joni Mitchell accepts the 2023 Gershwin Prize for Popular Song.| 0:51 -
Marcus Mumford Performs Carey
Marcus Mumford performs "Carey" at the 2023 Gershwin Prize concert honoring Joni Mitchell.| 3:32
