From funk to gospel to soul, Sly Stone captured the beauty and chaos of the human experience
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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: How Step Afrika! dances to the beat of a different drum
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The imaginative 'My Obsession' is a turning point for Boston Ballet
Also, a new exhibit about Life Magazine at the MFA explores how photography has shaped our collective memory.
GBH Music
More Culture Programs
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"Santa Claus Is Comin' to Town" - Norm Lewis and APO
Norm Lewis and the American Pops Orchestra perform "Santa Claus is Comin’ to Town." -
"Good Morning Blues" - Vanessa Williams and APO
Vanessa Williams and the American Pops Orchestra perform "Good Morning Blues." -
Episode 11, Season 2<br> Are Graphic Novels... Novels?
We're breaking down how the graphic novel went from the comic book store to the classroom.| 10:10 -
