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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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Author Marie Lu takes a turn to pop stars and spies in new YA book ‘Stars and Smoke’
Taking inspiration from pop stars like BTS and Harry Styles, Lu bursts into a new genre with her latest release. -
Encore: The sugar-filled history and legacy of Necco, the beloved local candy company
The complete history of Necco and its family of brands is captured in Darlene Lacey’s "Necco: An Epic Candy Tale." -
'Bluebeard's Castle' immerses audiences in a psychological thriller
Does anything good ever happen in a castle?
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Nadine Sierra performs "Ah! Je veux vivre"
Juliette (Nadine Sierra) performs "Ah! Je veux vivre" in "Roméo et Juliette"| 2:10 -
Episode 13, Season 2024<br> "The Heaven & Earth Grocery Store" by James McBride
James McBride discusses his latest book “The Heaven & Earth Grocery Store”.| 30:45 -
Extended Readers Club | Percival Everett
Eminent author Percival Everett shares his vision behind his remarkable novel "James".| 53:47 -
Episode 6, Season 5<br> Sylvester: The Disco Diva You Didn't Know You Knew
Sylvester's powerful falsetto and dynamic stage presence redefined the disco era.| 11:52
