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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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In ‘The Gaaga,’ Sasha Denisova tells a comedic and ‘grotesque’ wartime story
Interviews with Ukrainian refugees and officials formed the basis of the production. -
Must-see 2023 Tony nominees include a minimalist revival and corny musical
And at the MOMA, a Georgia O'Keeffe retrospective. -
Author TJ Alexander on 'Chef’s Choice' and the joy of writing transgender love stories
The author also discusses what it means to write this book for themself.
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Scott Yoo meets with composer Augusta Read Thomas to get out of a creative rut.| 4:25 -
Yumi Kurosawa Performs "Lucky Stars" on the Koto
Koto player Yumi Kurosawa performs her piece "Lucky Stars."| 3:14 -
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
