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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: Race in America as seen through artists’ eyes
Open Studio with Jared Bowen takes viewers inside the creative process. -
Book Club: Kevin Nguyen's "New Waves"
Our September pick for "Bookmarked: The Under the Radar Book Club." -
In two local productions, society gets scrutinized on the stage
The latest happenings in and around Boston’s arts and culture scene.
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More Culture Programs
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The Origins of "Tradition"
Hal Prince and others speak about the choreography, staging, and origins of "Tradition."| 2:07 -
Chaim Topol in "Fiddler on the Roof"
Chaim Topol discusses playing the role of Tevye in "Fiddler on the Roof."| 2:54 -
Episode 18, Season 9<br> Artist Stephanie Cole, Michael Bobbitt, and Sara Porkalob
Artist Stephanie Cole, Artistic Director Michael Bobbitt, and Playwright Sara Porkalob| 26:46 -
Mashing through the Snow (Jingle Bells)
Richard Elliott and the Cold Creek bluegrass band play a lively version of “Jingle Bells".