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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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What To Stream This Weekend From The Boston Film Festival
With the weekend approaching, the Boston Film Festival will transition to virtual screenings that feature a mix of film categories — including these five documentaries, which are available to watch now. -
Arts This Week: A New Look At Frida Kahlo’s Groundbreaking Work
Jared Bowen explores Frida Kahlo’s legacy, as well as an exhibit that traces the cultural and historical impact of hair. -
In ‘With Dad,’ A Son Documents His Father’s 20-Year Fight With Alzheimer’s
Worcester native Stephen DiRado captured his father’s decline from behind the camera.
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Episode 31, Season 10<br> Artist Barkley L. Hendricks, Actor Richard Thomas, and more
Artist Barkley L. Hendricks, Actor Richard Thomas, and more| 26:46 -
Latonia Moore performs "Leave it in the Road"
Latonia Moore as Billie performs "Leave it in the Road," the pivotal Act I aria.| 2:17 -
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Episode 7, Season 3<br> Jazz Drummer Learns Japanese Taiko Drumming
Learn taiko from TaikoArts Midwest and meet Tiffany Tamaribuchi, an O-Daiko player.| 9:28
