From funk to gospel to soul, Sly Stone captured the beauty and chaos of the human experience
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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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Open Studio: The wives of Henry VIII reclaim their identity in the hit musical 'SIX'
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New England Aquarium's annual ice sculpture features beloved African penguins
Elderly, sandal-wearing Beach Donkey is the star of the show. -
Open Studio: The poetry and prose of Tracy K. Smith, John Waters and Gish Jen
Former U.S. poet laureate Tracy K. Smith, author Gish Jen and filmmaker-turned-novelist John Waters talk about writing
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Jazz Improvisation with Clayton Cameron
Scott sends Stewart Goodyear to practice his improvisation exercises with Clayton Cameron.| 2:56 -
Scott Yoo Plays Mozart’s Violin Sonata, K. 305
Scott Yoo performs an excerpt from Mozart's Violin Sonata, K. 305.| 3:39 -
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 -
Authors Discuss American Ingenuity
Authors weigh in on this year's festival theme, American ingenuity.