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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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From Banksy to Boston: How art activism is transforming city walls and public spaces
Meet the local artists who are blending art with activism in Greater Boston and beyond. -
Open Studio: Gender equity in jazz and Nixon in (Gish Jen's) China
Watch the latest episode of Open Studio tonight at 8:30 p.m. on GBH 2, or stream live right here on our website. -
Arts This Week: The sound of music, from hip-hop to Haiti
Jared Bowen talks on an electrifying new performance by Freestyle Love Supreme, as well as a local production of “Once on This Island” and a sneak peek into what’s coming up on Open Studio.
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More Culture Programs
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Episode 23, Season 2<br> The Life behind To Kill a Mockingbird
it is one of the trademark texts of the American school system by Harper Lee.| 12:31 -
Episode 2, Season 1<br> On the Road
Early trailblazers paint a vivid picture of life on the tour bus and in the photo pit.| 54:01 -
Anaadi Performs "Mas Que Nada"
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
