'I like whatever music sounds good to me': Catherine Russell reflects on the music that shaped her
Catherine Russell is one of the hardest-working vocalists performing today, and she has two sets on New Year's Eve at the Regattabar in Cambridge. Ahead of the shows, she spoke with Al Davis and Va Lynda Robinson about her recent work with Sean Mason, her early days with Steely Dan, and a childhood encounter with Louis Armstrong that still shapes her performing today.
Music & Culture Events
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In Person
Outspoken Saturdays (April 2026)
The GBH BPL studio will host Outspoken Saturdays, a spoken word poetry event for emerging artists. Every first Saturday of the month, the series will be created in collaboration with spoken word artist Amanda Shea. Join us!
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GBH Jazz Night with Ken Field and the RSE Trio (Boston Public Library)
GBH Jazz Nights welcome saxophonist, flautist, and composer Ken Field and his RSE Trio—Blake Newman on bass and Phil Neighbors on drums—perform a set that blends the spirit of New Orleans jazz with some of the Field’s original compositions for his group, the Revolutionary Snake Ensemble.
GBH Jazz Nights showcase the incredible range of jazz talent in the Greater Boston area. The series is co-hosted by JazzBoston and GBH Music, taking place on the second Thursday of every month from September through May. Tickets are free, but registration is encouraged. Seating is limited and available on a first-come, first-served basis, so arrive early! By registering, you agree to receive email communications from GBH Music.
GBH Jazz Nights are made possible by the Goldstein Family Fund. -
In Person
Outspoken Saturdays (May 2026)
The GBH BPL studio will host Outspoken Saturdays, a spoken word poetry event for emerging artists. Every first Saturday of the month, the series will be created in collaboration with spoken word artist Amanda Shea. Join us!
Registration is encouraged for this free event.
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“The Ride of the Valkyries” by the Vienna Philharmonic Orchestra
The Vienna Philharmonic Orchestra plays “The Ride of the Valkyries.” -
Episode 16, Season 2024<br> "Music and Mind" by Renée Fleming
Renée Fleming discusses her book "Music and Mind" at the 2024 LOC National Book Festival. -
Episode 15, Season 2024<br> "Night Flyer" by Tiya Miles
Tiya Miles discusses her book "Night Flyer" at the 2024 Library of Congress national Book Festival. -
Episode 4110, Season 41<br> Falls in the Glen
Visit this deep wooded valley with Bob Ross and get a double surprise!