David Lang’s ‘poor hymnal’ celebrates the religion of compassion
"poor hymnal" is a collection of modern hymns meant to bring the community together. Hear all about it on GBH's All Things Considered.
Music & Culture Events
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In PersonGBH Jazz Night with Sam Spear (Boston Public Library)
For our second to last GBH Jazz Night of the season, woodwind player and composer Sam Spear performs a collection of songs inspired by her formative years emerging in Boston’s music scene.
GBH Jazz Nights showcase the incredible range of jazz talent in the Greater Boston area. The series is co-hosted by JazzBoston and GBH Music, taking place on the second Thursday of every month from September through May. Tickets are free, but registration is encouraged. Seating is limited and available on a first-come, first-served basis, so arrive early! By registering, you agree to receive email communications from GBH Music.
GBH Jazz Nights are made possible by the Goldstein Family Fund. -
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GBH Jazz Night with Tiger Okoshi: A Tribute to Miles Davis (Boston Public Library)
For our final GBH Jazz Night of the season, jazz fusion trumpeter Tiger Okoshi performs a Miles Davis tribute concert in honor of Davis’s 100th birthday on May 26th
GBH Jazz Nights showcase the incredible range of jazz talent in the Greater Boston area. The series is co-hosted by JazzBoston and GBH Music, taking place on the second Thursday of every month from September through May. Tickets are free, but registration is encouraged. Seating is limited and available on a first-come, first-served basis, so arrive early! By registering, you agree to receive email communications from GBH Music.
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Outspoken Saturdays (June 2026)
The GBH BPL studio will host Outspoken Saturdays, a spoken word poetry event for emerging artists. Every first Saturday of the month, the series will be created in collaboration with spoken word artist Amanda Shea. Join us!
Registration is encouraged for this free event.
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Culture in the News
Good winter eats and activities in New England, according to a food critic
Marc Hurwitz, founder of the Boston Restaurant Talk Blog, shares his favorite winter food spots.
More Culture Programs
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Episode 1, Season 3<br> How Did Auto-Tune Revolutionize the Music Industry?
Linda Diaz and Arthur Buckner uncover how Auto-Tune became THE in-demand tool for studios. -
Episode 26, Season 2<br> Why We Keep Retelling the Classics
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Anne-Sophie Mutter Performs John Williams' Violin Concerto
Watch Anne-Sophie Mutter perform an excerpt from John Williams' Violin Concerto No. 2. -
John Williams & Anne-Sophie Mutter Talk Composing and More
Hear composer John Williams' talk violins, composing and more.
