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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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From 'gaslight' to 'goblin mode,' how do dictionaries select their words of the year?
Gaslight. Woman. Smash. Goblin mode. How are these choices made? -
'Science on Screen': How the Coolidge Corner Theatre combines entertainment and enlightenment
Science and tech experts are paired with cult-favorite movies to entertain audiences. -
Ukraine is calling for a boycott of 'The Nutcracker.' Ballet companies aren't budging
Ukraine's culture minister is calling on the nation's Western allies to temporarily boycott Russian artists and composers. In a Wednesday opinion column…
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Episode 4140, Season 41<br> Half-Oval Vignette
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Episode 4136, Season 41<br> Gray Mountain
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Episode 4144, Season 41<br> Tranquil Wooded Stream
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Episode 4137, Season 41<br> Not Quite Spring
This beautiful Bob Ross mountainscape captures the last weeks of Winter.
