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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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Arts This Week: 'Hatched,' 'BB@yourhome' and Steve Koppel
This week, the Hatch Shell comes alive, Boston Ballet brings us something old and something new, and Jared tells us about Expressive Digital Imagery as conceived by photographer Steve Koppel. -
Madlib Heads Back To The Future On 'Sound Ancestors'
Sometimes, rumors are all we have to go by. The one about a new Madlib record, Sound Ancestors, started in late October: The British producer Kieran… -
With Power, Poise And Confidence, These 'Women R Beautiful'
"Mister! Mister!" she yelled. "Take my photo!"A demand, not a request. Mama had spotted the three cameras hanging from straps around Ruben Natal-San…
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The War And Treaty Performs "Up Yonder"
The War And Treaty performs "Up Yonder" at the 2023 National Memorial Day Concert. -
Joe Mantegna and Gary Sinise Remember the Fallen
Joe & Gary remember the fallen & their families at the 2023 National Memorial Day Concert. -
S. Epatha Merkerson, Dulé Hill Tell the Magee Family Story
S. Epatha Merkerson, Dulé Hill, and Chosen Jacobs tell the story of the Magee family. -
Gary Sinise Honors Vietnam Prisoners of War
Gary Sinise honors Vietnam prisoners of war at the 2023 National Memorial Day Concert.
