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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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Investigating revolution through sculpture and connecting through photography
GBH Executive Arts Editor Jared Bowen on what to do this weekend. -
Mass. LGBT Chamber of Commerce and BPL unite to tackle LGBTQ+ job inequality
"I want to feel like when I go to work, I can be true to myself," said one job fair attendee. -
Prison system 'is somehow even worse than I thought,' formerly incarcerated journalist says
Keri Blakinger highlights dehumanization in America's prison system through her new memoir.
GBH Music
More Culture Programs
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Sonya Yoncheva Sings “Hymne à l’amour.”
Sonya Yoncheva sings Marguerite Monnot and Édith Piaf’s “Hymne à l’amour.”| 1:55 -
"What Is This Feeling?"
Amber Riley and Gabrielle Ruiz perform "What Is This Feeling?" from the musical "Wicked."| 2:55 -
"I Couldn't Be Happier"
Cynthia Erivo performs "I Couldn't Be Happier" from the Broadway musical "Wicked."| 3:26 -
"I'm Not That Girl"
Stephanie Hsu performs "I'm Not That Girl" from the Broadway musical "Wicked."| 3:18
