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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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Exploring the human design of motherhood at the MassArt Art Museum
GBH Executive Arts Editor Jared Bowen sits down with the Morning Edition team to bring you the latest exhibits from around Boston’s art museums. -
Open Studio: A Broadway-bound Neil Diamond musical hits the stage
Open Studio brings you into the sights and sounds of Greater Boston based artists. -
The July Drop: Much ado about something, from fireworks to free Shakespeare on the Common
This month offers free outdoor films, free Shakespeare on the Common and fireworks galore
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More Culture Programs
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Episode 30, Season 9<br> New Public Art, Author Debra Balken, and more
Artists Andy Li and Jose Davila, Curator and Author Debra Balken, and Monet at the MFA.| 26:46 -
Episode 14, Season 2<br> Literary Icons You NEED to Know From the Harlem Renaissance
Harlem Renaissance is one of the most iconic periods in American literature, here's why.| 14:09 -
Amani Willett on Open Studio 2-19-21
Photographer Amani Willett discusses his new photobook, "A Parallel Road."| 1:57 -
Episode 29, Season 9<br> South Asian Art Galleries at PEM, Photographer Amani Willett
South Asian Art Galleries at the Peabody Essex Museum, Photographer Amani Willett, & more| 26:46
