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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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A lawsuit over Nirvana's 'Nevermind' baby album cover has been dismissed
A judge in California has dismissed a lawsuit filed against former band members of Nirvana for their iconic Nevermind album cover.Spencer Elden sued… -
The MFA's complicated history with censoring queer desire pervades new exhibit
Barely a trace of queer erotica remains on display in the galleries, despite the museum’s rich holdings. -
Encore: What we can all learn from wedding announcements
Author Cate Doty shares her insider’s view in her book, “Mergers and Acquisitions: Or Everything I Know About Love I Learned from the Wedding Pages.”
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