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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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John Doyle - “Willie Taylor”
John Doyle, Andrew Finn Magill, and Will MacMorran play the ballad “Willie Taylor.”| 3:22 -
Episode 6, Season 6<br> John Doyle, Andrew Finn Magill, and Will MacMorran
David visits masters of Celtic music John Doyle, Andrew Finn Magill and Will MacMorran.| 24:41 -
Episode 40, Season 10<br> LGBTQ+: Matthew López, "Being Muholi," and more
LGBTQ+: Matthew López, "Being Muholi," and Jeffrey Gibson| 26:46 -
Pia Toscano Sings "God Bless America"
Pia Toscano sings "God Bless America."