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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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Gloucester-set ‘CODA’ gets 3 Oscar nominations, makes history for deaf representation
"CODA" was nominated for best picture, best adapted screenplay and best supporting actor. -
This 8-year-old's book is a hit at his library. He offers advice for aspiring authors
Updated February 5, 2022 at 2:51 PM ETA boy finds himself magically transported to the North Pole. He's chased by a moose into a time portal that… -
Open Studio: Exhibit documents artists' call to end U.S. intervention in Central America
Jared Bowen also speaks with two people behind the Sheffield Chamber Players' intimate living room concerts.
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The Tabernacle Choir & Orchestra at Temple Square perform "Joy to the World."