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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A hip-hop party for the people comes to Boston
A music festival on City Hall Plaza celebrates the 50th anniversary of hip-hop. -
The divinity of Beyoncé’s ‘Church Girl’
For some people, the song “Church Girl” has a divine meaning. -
Shelf Life: A woman's love of reading takes flight in Chestnut Hill with Hummingbird Books
Wendy Dodson wanted to create a "magical" place for kids and fight against book bans.
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More Culture Programs
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Episode 4145, Season 41<br> A Pretty Autumn Day
Visit with Bob Ross as he paints a beautiful fall day down in the valley. -
Episode 4139, Season 41<br> Warm Summer Day
Bob Ross paints a pretty tree lined pond oasis. -
Episode 4141, Season 41<br> Blue Winter
Travel deep into the middle of winter where shades of blue create the stark reality of the season. -
Episode 4140, Season 41<br> Half-Oval Vignette
Bob Ross illustrates the illusion of infinity as mountain and water fade into the distance.
