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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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Why Singing Your Favorite Song Is A Little Like Swinging A Nine Iron
A curious fan asks, "Why does music help us remember lyrics?" -
Are You Ready To Rock? Music Festivals Prepare For A 2021 Comeback
James Donald Estopinal — also known as Disco Donnie — has been putting on electronic-music shows for nearly 30 years, and knows that they take a long time… -
Not Heading To Paris This Summer? The Louvre Has Digitized 482,000 Artworks
One of the world's most massive museums has announced an encompassing digitization of its vast collection."The Louvre is dusting off its treasures, even…
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