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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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How Boston Set The Stage For A 'Legacy Of Love' Between Martin Luther King Jr. And Coretta Scott King
The Kings' Boston story is captured in the documentary film, "Legacy of Love.” -
Karen Gray Houston's 'Daughter of the Boycott' Recounts Her Family's Key Role In The Civil Rights Movement
The author profiles her family’s involvement in the Montgomery Bus Boycott and the movement that changed America. -
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Episode 32, Season 11<br> Chris Cooper and Marianne Leone, Scenes from a Marriage
Actors Chris Copper and Marianne Leone discuss their creative collaborations| 26:46 -
Piotr Beczala Performs "Amor ti vieta" from "Fedora"
Piotr Beczała sings an excerpt from Loris Ipanoff’s Act II aria.| 1:33 -
Episode 31, Season 11<br> Harry Belafonte on the risks and rewards of activism
The late Harry Belafonte talks about being an artist and activist| 26:46 -
Episode 1505, Season 15<br> Rewind & Play
This film reveals the disrespect jazz luminary Thelonious Monk endured.
