From funk to gospel to soul, Sly Stone captured the beauty and chaos of the human experience
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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.
GBH Music
More Culture Programs
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Extended Readers Club | Julia Alvarez
Dive deeper into the Readers Club discussion with Julia Alvarez.| 1:51:35 -
Episode 8, Season 5<br> How Black Artists Have Influenced Country Music
How have black musicians shaped country music?| 11:28 -
Episode 7, Season 5<br> How Did the Theremin Influence Electronic Music?
Explore how the theremin works and how it's being utilized today.| 10:04 -
Angel Blue Performs "Chi il bel sogno di Doretta"
Angel Blue sings an excerpt of Magda's Act I aria, "Chi il bel sogno di Doretta."| 1:29
