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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‘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.
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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." -
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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
