Turntable: What’s on a global music connoisseur’s playlist?
This week’s music takes us across the globe, from Boston to Nigeria to Honduras.
Music & Culture Events
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In Person
The Ulysses Quartet at The Boston Public Library (May 2025)
Join GBH Music's quartet in residence, the Ulysses Quartet, for a performance at the Boston Public Library! -
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GBH Music Presents JazzNOW: Gabrielle Goodman in tribute to Ella Fitzgerald
GBH Music and JazzBoston close the 2025 JazzNOW series with a tribute to jazz icon Ella Fitzgerald, featuring acclaimed Boston-based vocalist Gabrielle Goodman. Ella Fitzgerald, celebrated for her groundbreaking scat improvisation, impeccable vocal technique, and definitive interpretations of the Great American Songbook, redefined jazz over her 60-year career, earning 13 Grammys and breaking barriers for women and Black artists. Gabrielle Goodman and her band honor Fitzgerald’s legacy with fresh interpretations of the works that made her "The First Lady of Song." A professor at Berklee College of Music, Goodman is a versatile artist whose career spans jazz, R&B, classical, and gospel. She has performed with legends like Chaka Khan, Nancy Wilson, and Roberta Flack, who calls her "one of the finest singers today." Goodman has released six acclaimed albums, including Travelin' Light and Until We Love on the Verve label, and was paired with Ella Fitzgerald recordings on a compilation album from Verve. She has also performed internationally at major jazz festivals.
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Culture in the News
New safety rules restrict where Somerville PorchFest musicians can perform
Porches along some streets will not be eligible to participate in the May festival, due to new safely regulations. And organizers will deploy a new taskforce to stay on top of safety and logistics.
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In new museum exhibits, artists wrestle with ancestry, tradition and identity
Rose B. Simpson and Jordan Nassar's work is on view at Boston's ICA. -
New MGM Music Hall at Fenway brings more life to Boston’s live music scene
Those embedded in Boston’s arts scene said the “rising tide floats all boats.” -
Found in translation: How ASL brings deeper meaning to Shakespeare
HandShakes is creating Shakespeare performances that are accessible for everyone.
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More Culture Programs
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It's The Most Wonderful Time Of The Year
Lea Salonga and the Tabernacle Choir perform "It's The Most Wonderful Time of the Year". -
Episode 1, Season 2023<br> Season of Light: Christmas with The Tabernacle Choir
Stars Lea Salonga and Sir David Suchet join The Tabernacle Choir for an inspiring concert.| 1:25:38 -
The Light That Shines Forever
David Suchet presents a hope-filled story of a real-life hero who saved hundreds of lives. -
Erin Morley Performs from Mozart's "The Magic Flute"
Erin Morley, Thomas Oliemans, and Brenton Ryan sing an excerpt from "Die Zauberflöte"| 2:25