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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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Under the Radar Book Club: Alex Bernstein's 'Miserable Holiday Stories'
It's our December pick for "Bookmarked: The Under the Radar Book Club." -
The December drop: Entertain yourself at a flan pop-up, holiday art walk and more
Some things to do in and around Boston that will ideally bring you some joy without further cratering your bank account. -
Arts This Week: Portraits of the changing face of love
Plus, an unconventional play about marriage and "Infinite Indigenous Queer Love."
GBH Music
More Culture Programs
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"What Do I Need with Love?"
Gavin Creel performs "What Do I Need with Love?" -
"Unfinished World"
Gavin Creel performs "Unfinished World." -
Episode 21, Season 10<br> Imagine Van Gogh, Tracy K. Smith, and more
Imagine Van Gogh, Annabelle Mauger & Julien Baron, and more| 26:46 -
Episode 27, Season 2<br> The Women of Jane Austen
The women in her work reveal to us her growth, her politics and ambition.| 18:33
