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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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Arts This Week: To Be Ambitious, Black And Female In A Shakespeare Play
Plus, an opportunity to see works by one of the 20th century's most famous architects. -
Victor Wooten To Become First Electric Bass Soloist Featured With Boston Symphony Orchestra
Grammy-winning bassist Victor Wooten will showcase an original concerto. -
Cinematographer Halyna Hutchins, who was fatally shot by a prop gun, was a rising star
Cinematographer Halyna Hutchins, who died on the set of Rust when Alec Baldwin discharged a prop gun, is being remembered as a talented artist and a team…
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A Tribute to General Colin Powell
Dennis Haysbert pays tribute to Colin Powell. -
Pia Toscano Sings the National Anthem
Pia Toscano sings "The National Anthem." -
A Gold Star Family's Story of Resilience
The story of Gold Star family, the Grahams.
