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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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Juneteenth is being shared with a new generation through children's books
These authors have a knack for explaining complicated topics in digestible, fun ways. -
How fatherhood has evolved and what it means to be a dad in 2023
This Father's Day, we break down the stereotypes and discuss how men are working to become better parents. -
Local nonprofit The Silkroad hosting benefit event for refugee artists
The "Art Overcomes" event is set for Saturday, June 17th
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More Culture Programs
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Extended Readers Club | Scott Alexander Howard
Watch the extended interview of "The Other Valley" author Scott Alexander Howard.| 48:47 -
Freedom Hill | Race and Land, Underprivileged vs. Prosperous
What's the difference between high and low grounds in the South? Race, wealth and floods. -
Freedom Hill | Environmental Racism
In America, marginalized communities are the target of harmful environmental decisions. -
Beyond the Lens: Freedom Hill | Resita Cox
A conversation with FREEDOM HILL's Resita Cox.
