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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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George Saunders grounds humorous and surreal stories in humanity
The author's newest collection, "Liberation Day," comes out Oct. 18. -
'It's the Great Pumpkin, Charlie Brown' won't be on TV this year. Here's how to watch for free
Watching It's the Great Pumpkin, Charlie Brown has been an iconic Halloween experience for generations of viewers since it first aired 56 years ago. Now,… -
Harry Potter fans and cast remember how Robbie Coltrane brought Hagrid to life
Robbie Coltrane's career began long before the first Harry Potter movie premiered in 2001, but for the generation that grew up with the films and the…
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Baby of Bethlehem (Singing in the Land)
Kelli O'Hara joins The Tabernacle Choir & Orchestra to perform "Baby of Bethlehem". -
Luke 2: The Christmas Story
Watch actor Richard Thomas’s heartfelt narration of Luke 2: The Christmas Story. -
Angels from the Realms of Glory
Kelli O'Hara joins The Tabernacle Choir to perform "Angels from the Realms of Glory". -
In dulci jubilo
The Tabernacle Choir & Orchestra at Temple Square perform "In dulci jubilo".
