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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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Has Asian representation in film improved with ‘Everything, Everywhere, All At Once’?
A discussion with our experts in Asian and Asian American representation in pop culture about the impact of "Everything, Everywhere, All At Once" and the future of Asian representation in film. -
Pop Culture Roundtable: Chris Rock slaps back
We discuss Oscars nominees, an upstart movie studio and Chris Rock's new comedy series. -
New England Conservatory Black Student Union honors alum Coretta Scott King in annual tribute concert
The concert will showcase a variety of different art forms from jazz to poetry.
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Episode 4130, Season 41<br> Secluded Forest
On a vertical canvas Bob Ross paints the deepest, darkest place in the forest. -
Episode 4132, Season 41<br> Back Country Path
Bob Ross takes a detour from the weather-worn trail and travels off the beaten path. -
Episode 4135, Season 41<br> Wayside Pond
In a densely covered spot hidden from the roadway lies a quiet little pond. -
Episode 4109, Season 41<br> Barn in Snow Oval
Big ol' country barn snuggled in the snow.
