From protests to the piano, 'The People United' still strikes a chord 50 years later
On the 50th anniversary of Frederic Rzewski's "The People United," pianist Stephen Drury spoke with GBH's All Things Considered host Arun Rath about music and solidarity.
Music & Culture Events
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In Person
Outspoken Saturdays (June 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.
If you are interested in performing, feel free to submit your work for review here
Join us!
Registration is encouraged for this free event.
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Culture in the News
David Lang’s ‘poor hymnal’ celebrates the religion of compassion
"poor hymnal" is a collection of modern hymns meant to bring the community together. Hear all about it on GBH's All Things Considered.
More Culture Programs
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Season 2024, Episode 1<br> Elton John and Bernie Taupin: Gershwin Prize
This spring Elton John & Bernie Taupin received the Library of Congress Gershwin Prize -
Metallica | Funeral for a Friend and Love Lies Bleeding
Metallica plays a powerful rendition of "Funeral for a Friend/Love Lies Bleeding." -
Billy Porter | "The Bitch is Back"
Billy Porter performs "The Bitch is Back" at the 2024 Gershwin Prize concert. -
Jacob Lusk | "Bennie and the Jets"
Jacob Lusk of the band Gabriels performs "Bennie and the Jets" at the 2024 Gershwin Prize.