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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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How the Brett Kavanaugh hearings inspired 'The Art of Burning,' a new play
Jared Bowen discussed everything from the art of glassblowing to the White Lotus theme song this week on Boston Public Radio. -
5 YA books this winter dealing with identity and overcoming hardships
Winter can be a good time for reading thoughtful books. It's like the pale daylight and early darkness create a space for stories — in particular for… -
The zombie fungus from 'The Last Of Us' is real — but not nearly as deadly
Ophiocordyceps unilateralis, otherwise known as cordyceps or zombie-ant fungus, infects insects such as ants or spiders.
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