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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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New year, new reads: Your book recommendations for 2023
We asked Morning Edition listeners for their recommended reads. -
Annual 'Moby-Dick' Marathon returns to New Bedford this weekend
"It is truly like a 48 hour party," says Amanda McMullen of the New Bedford Whaling Museum. -
A new exhibit looks at the role print played in the Age of Enlightenment
Plus, a look at Tom Hanks’ new role in a remake of a Swedish Oscar-nominated film.
GBH Music
More Culture Programs
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Scott Yoo Plays Mozart’s Violin Sonata, K. 305
Scott Yoo performs an excerpt from Mozart's Violin Sonata, K. 305.| 3:39 -
Jazz Improvisation with Clayton Cameron
Scott sends Stewart Goodyear to practice his improvisation exercises with Clayton Cameron.| 2:56 -
Episode 12, Season 9<br> The Salem Witch Trials, Richard Haynes' “Whispering Quilts"
The Salem Witch Trials at PEM, Artist Richard Haynes' new exhibition “Whispering Quilts”| 26:46 -
Author Amy Tan of 'The Joy Luck Club'
Amy Tan shares words of wisdom about finding reason in one’s own personal story.
