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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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Boston Symphony Orchestra Welcoming Music Fans Back To Tanglewood This Summer
The BSO will resume hosting concerts at its summer home. -
Arts This Week: American Heritage Museum And The Iguana Music Fund
This week, Jared Bowen gives us an inside look at the American Heritage Museum and profiles three recipients of the 2020 Iguana Music Fund. -
H.E.R. Is A 'Soul Baby' With A Social Conscience
She's only 23 years old, but H.E.R. speaks like a music industry veteran – and, in many ways, truly is one. The accolades piling up around her attest: The…
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Celebrated singer-songwriter Lyle Lovett makes his first appearance in a decade with songs| 53:26 -
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The New York Philharmonic performs the world premiere of "You Are the Prelude."| 2:11 -
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Go behind the scenes of the reopening of David Geffen Hall during its first rehearsal.| 1:01 -
NY Phil Plays Beethoven's "Ode to Joy"
Watch the NY Phil play the finale of Beethoven’s Symphony No. 9, "Ode to Joy."| 2:00
