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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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‘Evicted’ exhibit highlights lives upended by housing crisis
Somerville residents say traveling exhibit mirrors their struggles to stay housed. -
How independent bookstores help in the fight against book banning and why it matters
Booksellers have a crucial role to play in providing access to books in states where public libraries are under threat of censorship. -
Open Studio: Art walks the runway and roams the Emerald Necklace
Open Studio with Jared Bowen takes viewers inside the creative process.
GBH Music
More Culture Programs
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Audra McDonald - "Climb Ev'ry Mountain"
Audra McDonald and the American Pops Orchestra perform "Climb Ev'ry Mountain."| 2:46 -
Brian Stokes Mitchell - "Make Them Hear You"
Brian Stokes Mitchell and the American Pops Orchestra perform "Make Them Hear You."| 2:43 -
Juanes - "Para Tu Amor"
Juanes and the American Pops Orchestra perform his hit song, "Para Tu Amor."| 1:57 -
Digital Extra: Morgan James - "Beautiful City"
Morgan James and the American Pops Orchestra perform "Beautiful City."| 4:20
