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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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Breakdance crew teaches a new generation inside a Cambridge church
For the first time in 40 years, The Floor Lords and world champion breaker El Niño have a place to call their home. -
After fire, iconic Boston music studio owner says he 'never lost so much and gained so much'
The music community is showing their support and fundraising for Zippah Recording. -
‘Teenage Dick’ is a model for disability representation on stage and on screen
In the Huntington's modern adaptation of "Richard III," two disabled actors step into a setting with life and death stakes: high school.
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More Culture Programs
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Season 14 Promo
See what's coming in the latest season of AfroPoP: The Ultimate Cultural Exchange -
Episode 32, Season 10<br> Mark Wahlberg on "Father Stu," Napoleon Jones-Henderson
Mark Wahlberg on his new film, "Father Stu" and artist Napoleon Jones-Henderson| 26:46 -
Boston's Gaelic Music Jam Session
Scott Yoo visits Boston to learn more about the early career of Amy Beach.| 3:48 -
Amy Beach's "Hermit Thrush At Morn" and "Beach Romance"
Scott Yoo and pianist Ieva Jokubaviciute play Amy Beach's "Hermit Thrush At Morn."| 3:00
