From funk to gospel to soul, Sly Stone captured the beauty and chaos of the human experience
Sly Stone’s radical joy, music and message live on in a time that still needs it.
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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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'Join or Die' argues the fate of America depends on joining a club
The new documentary ties "America's civic unraveling" to our country's "decline in community connections." -
Global Cinema Film Festival of Boston will take you 'on a journey' through documentaries
The festival runs May 19-21 and will include films from all across the world. -
For artist Rob 'ProBlak' Gibbs, his optimism propels him and his towering murals to new heights
The Boston-based artist is committed to spreading Black joy.
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More Culture Programs
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Noe! Noe!
Watch The Tabernacle Choir and orchestra perform “Noe! Noe!” with the Bells on Temple Square. -
I Wonder as I Wander
Watch Broadway star Michael Maliakel perform "I Wonder as I Wander," with The Tabernacle Orchestra. -
Joy to the World
Broadway star Michael Maliakel joins The Tabernacle Choir and Orchestra to sing "Joy To The World." -
Sing We Now of Christmas
This opening number to "Joy: Christmas with the Tabernacle Choir" is nothing short of spectacular!
