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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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Malcolm X's life in opera at The Strand, a mile from his childhood home
Bass-baritone Davóne Tines talks about embodying Malcolm X. -
Disney & Boston Gay Men's Chorus: It's an inclusive world after all
Calling the concert a big deal undersells the tight control the corporation holds over its image. -
Pop Culture Cookbooks: Creating a career out of fantasy food
Author Chelsea Monroe-Cassel shares delicious stories about her culinary work.
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Episode 8, Season 10<br> Potter Roberto Lugo, "Hurricane Diane," and more
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Musical Rehearsal for "Dialogues des Carmélites"
Yannick conducts an early rehearsal for the Met's production of "Dialogues des Carmélites"| 1:28 -
Sonya Yoncheva Sings “Hymne à l’amour.”
Sonya Yoncheva sings Marguerite Monnot and Édith Piaf’s “Hymne à l’amour.”| 1:55
