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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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Cartoonist Keith Knight blends humor with social justice
He recently created a series with Hulu about his life and work called "Woke." -
Pop Culture Roundtable: Hollywood leans heavily on prequels and sequels
Plus: We look at the reaction to Disney's live-action 'The Little Mermaid' -
Block party brings Cambridge together through movement as The Dance Complex celebrates 30 years
Dancers, celebrants and even local officials praised the nonprofit for decades of work in Cambridge.
GBH Music
More Culture Programs
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Juanes - "Para Tu Amor"
Juanes and the American Pops Orchestra perform his hit song, "Para Tu Amor."| 1:57 -
Audra McDonald - "Climb Ev'ry Mountain"
Audra McDonald and the American Pops Orchestra perform "Climb Ev'ry Mountain."| 2:46 -
Digital Extra: Morgan James - "Beautiful City"
Morgan James and the American Pops Orchestra perform "Beautiful City."| 4:20 -
Brian Stokes Mitchell - "Make Them Hear You"
Brian Stokes Mitchell and the American Pops Orchestra perform "Make Them Hear You."| 2:43
