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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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Episode 20, Season 10<br> Love Stories, Martín Espada, and more
Love Stories at the Worcester Art Museum, Poet Martín Espada, and more| 26:46 -
Godfather Drosselmeyer
Godfather Drosselmeyer arrives to give gifts to the children. -
The Great Voyage Begins
The beginning of the journey to the Capital City. Alan Cumming narrates. -
Crossing the River of Rose Petals
Alan Cumming narrates the crossing of the river of rose petals toward the Capital City.
