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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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The September Drop: Soak in the sounds at JP Music Festival or catch one last outdoor movie this summer
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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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A Performer's Paradox at the Hollywood Bowl
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Episode 2, Season 2<br> Why Puerto Rican Bomba Music Is Resistance
We break down the musical and cultural elements that make bomba, bomba.| 10:57
