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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Embrace Ideas Festival 2023 to highlight joy, education and the best potato salad
The second annual festival begins Wednesday. -
With new album, Rickie Lee Jones feels more confident than ever before
Jones' tour takes her through New England this week. -
Portraits of Pride exhibit, on view at Boston City Hall, celebrates community
People who stop by Boston City Hall Plaza this month will see the 10-foot-tall portraits of more than 30 local leaders.
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Yumi Kurosawa Performs "Lucky Stars" on the Koto
Koto player Yumi Kurosawa performs her piece "Lucky Stars."| 3:14 -
Episode 1, Season 5<br> Why This Mexican Genre Is Growing As Fast As K-Pop
Linda Diaz explores the global phenomenon of Sierreño music through the lens of Gen Z musicians.| 13:28 -
Episode 17, Season 51<br> Now Hear This “The Composer is Yoo”
Follow host Scott Yoo’s journey to compose a piece of music for the first time.| 54:24 -
Episode 9, Season 2024<br> “Memory Piece” Author Talk with Lisa Ko
PBS Books chats with bestselling author, Lisa Ko, about her highly anticipated novel "Memory Piece".| 36:55
