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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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From Billie Eilish to Stevie Wonder, musicians demand creative protections against AI
More than 200 high-profile musicians have signed an open letter to AI developers and tech companies telling them to stop the "predatory use of AI to steal professional artists' voices and likenesses, violate creators' rights, and destroy the music ecosystem." -
Can AI and art co-exist? Alexander Reben says yes
The roboticist and artist is OpenAI's first artist-in-residence, and today he joins The Culture Show to talk about how he brings automation into his work -
How a Massachusetts upbringing influenced Chris Fleming's comedy
The comedian with Massachusetts roots spoke with The Culture Show ahead of his show at the Wilbur April 4.
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Joni Mitchell Sings Summertime
Gershwin Prize for Popular Song honoree Joni Mitchell performs "Summertime."| 6:57 -
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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 -
Cyndi Lauper Sings Blue
Cyndi Lauper performs "Blue" at the 2023 Gershwin Prize for Joni Mitchell.| 3:32
