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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 19, Season 2<br> Jane Eyre: Why We Keep Reading It
After 175 years after its publication, here's why we're still dissecting Jane Eyre.| 17:08 -
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Christine McVie Performs "Stop Messin' Round"
Christine McVie performs "Stop Messin' Round" with her Fleetwood Mac bandmates and more.| 1:40 -
Andrea Bocelli Performs "You'll Never Walk Alone"
Watch Andrea Bocelli perform the Rodgers & Hammerstein classic, "You'll Never Walk Alone."| 3:22
