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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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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Open Studio: Race in America as seen through artists’ eyes
Open Studio with Jared Bowen takes viewers inside the creative process. -
Book Club: Kevin Nguyen's "New Waves"
Our September pick for "Bookmarked: The Under the Radar Book Club." -
In two local productions, society gets scrutinized on the stage
The latest happenings in and around Boston’s arts and culture scene.
GBH Music
More Culture Programs
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Rodrigo y Gabriela and Gustavo Dudamel on Playing Abroad
Gustavo Dudamel and duo Rodrigo y Gabriela talk about playing abroad for the first time. -
Episode 25, Season 9<br> "Made It," Actor Denis O'Hare, and more
"Made It: The Women Who Revolutionized Fashion," Actor Denis O'Hare, and more| 26:46 -
Maria Callas' "Vissi d'Arte"
Watch Maria Callas' stellar performance of the heartwrenching aria "Vissi d'Arte."| 2:11 -
About Act II of Tosca
Antonio Pappano discusses the power and impact of Act II of Puccini's "Tosca."| 1:38
