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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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Episode 1, Season 4<br> How One Drum Beat Changed Hip Hop Forever
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The First Socially Conscious Hip Hop Hit
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