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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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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On World AIDS Day, Boston artists highlight humanity
“These are not just numbers. These are humans who have a story." -
Cirque du Soleil literally jumps through hoops to put on a holiday show
Two new productions come to town, while a local museum explores identity, community and family. -
Open Studio reboot: Art and technology intersect
The latest episode of Open Studio features artist Tabitha Soren, photographer Steve Koppel and artist Fatimah Tuggar.
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Directors & Producers: Creating the Concert
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Episode 16, Season 9<br> Activist Photography, "Loving," and more
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Episode 15, Season 9<br> "Basquiat" at the MFA, a Musical Collaboration, and more
“Writing the Future: Basquiat and the Hip-Hop Generation” a musical collaboration, & more| 26:46 -
Episode 1, Season 2<br> Noise and Experimental Music Is for Everyone
Dreamcrusher is a rising star in the world of noise and experimental music.| 12:44
