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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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'CODA' stars thank Gloucester for support after historic Oscar wins as Deaf community sees 'powerful' representation
“We're going to bring our Oscars to share and celebrate with you all in Gloucester," Troy Kotsur said. -
‘How do we show up for Black women?’: Local comedian breaks down the Will Smith Oscars slap
The Oscars are "a traditionally very predominantly white space," says Tooky Kavanagh. -
In new film, Ken Burns uses Ben Franklin as a 'guide to who we are at this moment'
Documentarian Ken Burns said his upcoming film is a reminder of how America's heroes are also flawed.
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it is one of the trademark texts of the American school system by Harper Lee.| 12:31 -
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Early trailblazers paint a vivid picture of life on the tour bus and in the photo pit.| 54:01 -
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Anaadi and the Raíces Jazz Orchestra perform Jorge Ben's Samba classic "Mas Que Nada."| 5:01 -
Sheila E. Jams with the Raíces Jazz Orchestra
Sheila E. and the Raíces Jazz Orchestra come together for this once in a lifetime jam.| 0:46
