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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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The April Drop: Poetry and motion
It's also a month for marathoners, plus plenty to do for folks who like to enter spring at a slower pace. -
Misty Copeland broke barriers and made history as a Black ballerina
Now the dancer receives the prestigious Jacob's Pillow Dance Award. -
'Culture wars' fuel censorship of Michelangelo and Dolly Parton in schools
And over at Harvard Art Museums, two new exhibits are on view during monthly free nights.
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Episode 21, Season 2024<br> Exploring Bipartisanship: Conversations w/ Western Governors | Part 4 Former WY Gov. Mead & Former MT Gov. Bullock
Former Govs. Mead (R-WY) and Bullock (D-MT) discuss leading by example in bipartisanism.| 23:16 -
Episode 22, Season 2024<br> Exploring Bipartisanship: Conversations with Western Governors | Part 5 Former Nevada Governors Sandoval & Miller
Former Nevada Governors Sandoval (R) and Miller (D) talk on fostering the next generation of leaders| 23:40 -
Asmik Grigorian performs “Un bel di”
Asmik Grigorian performs “Un bel di” from "Madama Butterfly."| 2:27 -
Black Pumas on Austin City Limits "Ice Cream (Pay Phone)"
Black Pumas perform "Ice Cream (Pay Phone)" on Austin City Limits.| 3:49
