From funk to gospel to soul, Sly Stone captured the beauty and chaos of the human experience
Sly Stone’s radical joy, music and message live on in a time that still needs it.
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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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The September Drop: Soak in the sounds at JP Music Festival or catch one last outdoor movie this summer
Now is also a perfect time to learn how to ride a bike. -
J.K. Rowling's new book, about a transphobe who faces wrath online, raises eyebrows
J.K. Rowling, who rose to fame as the author of the Harry Potter series, is known for writing about magical subjects and fantasy worlds. But her latest… -
A sparkling, colorful Caribbean Carnival in Grove Hall
Revelers danced to Soca music and showed off colorful outfits.
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Herbie Hancock on His Quarantine Experience
Herbie Hancock reflects on how this could be a positive, reflective time for us all. -
Episode 26, Season 9<br> "Hatched," ArtsEmerson's David Howse, and more
"Hatched," ArtsEmerson's David Howse, and more| 26:46 -
Horowitz's Piano "Pyrotechnics"
Watch Horowitz's piano "pyrotechnics" as he plays Rachmaninov's "Polka de V.R."| 3:38 -
Horowitz Performs Rachmaninov's Opus 32 No. 12
Horowitz performs with commentary from Peter Gelb on his relationship with Rachmaninov.| 2:30
