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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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On 'Company's Comin',' Leslie Jordan And Gospel Greats Sing For Joy
This last year has been dark. For millions of people, Leslie Jordan's voice has been a ray of light. An Emmy winning actor before the pandemic, his… -
CNN Anchor Don Lemon: Officers Charged With Floyd's Killing 'Didn't See His Humanity'
The host of "CNN Tonight" joined "Boston Public Radio" to discuss his latest book, "This Is the Fire: What I Say To My Friends About Racism.” -
Arts This Week: 'Ambrosia,' Fitchburg Art Museum and 'The Catastrophist'
This week, Jared delves into a new public art installation at the Prudential Center. Then, a look at Fitchburg Art Museum’s pandemic efforts. Plus, a review of Trinity Repertory Company’s production of “The Catastrophist.”
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