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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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Regaling tales of the Gloucester Sea Serpent, a forgotten legend of cryptozoology
Jeff Belanger, host of the podcast "New England Legends," says sightings of the sea serpent were so common that local papers stopped reporting on it. -
Ethan Hawke on making a 'dangerous' film
The actor, writer, and director joined The Culture Show to talk with host Jared Bowen about his latest film, "Wildcat," before a series of appearances at screenings of the film at the Coolidge Corner Theatre. -
New play 'Toni Stone' tells the story of one of America's forgotten baseball stars
Playwright Lydia Diamond joined Under the Radar at the Boston Public Library to discuss her play running at the Huntington Theatre.
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Graham Nash Performs A Case of You
Graham Nash performs "A Case of You" at the 2023 Gershwin Prize concert for Joni Mitchell.| 5:01 -
Joni Mitchell Sings Summertime
Gershwin Prize for Popular Song honoree Joni Mitchell performs "Summertime."| 6:57 -
Herbie Hancock and Ledisi Perform River
Ledisi and Herbie Hancock perform "River" at the 2023 Gershwin Prize for Joni Mitchell.| 4:50 -
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
