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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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Cambridge 'Our Town, Our Stories' Captures Pandemic Life For Residents
In Cambridge, some residents gave voice to their experiences in a unique way — capturing this period in their lives in a play. -
Shuttered Venue Grants Are Coming In April, After A Long Wait
Most people in the live music industry were ecstatic when Congress passed the bipartisan Save Our Stages Act in December. It created a $15 billion grant… -
Arts This Week: 'A Brimful of Asha,' 'The Pink Unicorn' And 'The Father'
This week, we cover performances about family with local productions of “A Brimful of Asha” and “The Pink Unicorn.” Plus, a review of “The Father” starring Academy Award winners Anthony Hopkins and Olivia Colman.
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More Culture Programs
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Episode 3904, Season 39<br> Old Country Mill
Using rich abundant colors, paint an old time mill. -
Episode 3903, Season 39<br> Grandpa's Barn
'Build' a detailed farmhouse with brush and paint. -
Episode 3901, Season 39<br> Mountain Seclusion
Bob Ross paints another masterpiece on black canvas. -
Episode 3902, Season 39<br> Deep Woods
Create a woodsy scene with lots of fog and little trickling waterfalls.
