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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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Arts This Week: Mark Wahlberg as Father Stu and Boston's newest exhibits
GBH Executive Arts Editor Jared Bowen rounds up arts this week in and around Boston for people to enjoy. -
Boston Children's Museum to close Boston Black, open new exhibit focused on identity and community
"We're really building off of what made Boston Black special," says Malene Welch on the new exhibit You, Me, We. -
Tony-winning playwright Matthew López on making history and knowing your history
His play, "The Inheritance," opens in Boston on April 22.
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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
