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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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Book Club: Eric Nguyen's 'Things We Lost To The Water'
Nguyen's debut novel follows an immigrant family as they create a life in New Orleans, each member struggling to carve out their own identity along the way. -
Will Consumers Cut The Cord On Streaming Services?
At the tail end of a pandemic that boosted demand for subscription-based entertainment, rising rates for too little content risks driving viewers away. -
Arts This Week: Sonya Clark, 'TJ Loves Sally 4 Ever' and 'Crip Camp'
GBH Arts Editor Jared Bowen takes us through two exhibitions of artist Sonya Clark’s work at the deCordova Sculpture Park and Museum. Plus, reviews of “TJ Loves Sally 4 Ever” and the Oscar-nominated film “Crip Camp.”
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Episode 41, Season 10<br> "A Beautiful Noise," Artist Daniel Callahan, & John Waters
"A Beautiful Noise," Artist Daniel Callahan, and Legendary Director John Waters| 26:46 -
"Cortigiani, vil razza dannata" from "Rigoletto"
Quinn Kelsey sings Rigoletto’s Act II aria "Cortigiani, vil razza dannata."| 4:32 -
Piotr Beczała Performs "La donna è mobile"
Piotr Beczała sings the Duke's Act III aria in "Rigoletto."| 2:17 -
A Vietnam Medic's Journey
Hear the experiences of U.S. Army combat medic Francis Whitebird while serving in Vietnam.
