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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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'We're doing what we love': Local vendors praise return of SoWa Winter Festival
The seasonal shopping event in Boston's South End runs through Sunday, Dec. 12. -
Boston piano icon Donal Fox blends genres and confounds expectations
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Merry and Bright with GBH Music
Let your heart be light! The ultimate holiday playlist is here. Your friends at GBH Music, experts in jazz, classical, and Celtic music, hand-picked our all-time favorite festive songs to make your holiday soundtrack merry and bright.
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