New sounds, timeless traditions at Celebrity Series Jazz Fest
Four powerful jazz talents perform at Celebrity Series Jazz Fest, March 13th through 16th in Cambridge. We spoke to each one about what makes their performances unique, and the fascinating traditions that inspire them.
Music & Culture Events
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The Ulysses Quartet at The Boston Public Library (March 2025)
Join GBH Music's quartet in residence, the Ulysses Quartet, for a performance at the Boston Public Library! -
Virtual
Megan Marshall talks with Janice Nimura about “After Lives”
The Pulitzer Prize-winning biographer of celebrated American women, Megan Marshall has been hailed as a “gifted storyteller” (New Yorker) at “the front rank of American biographers” (New York Times).
Join us to hear about her latest work “After Lives: On Biography and Mysteries of the Human Heart” and gain insight from her discussion with fellow biographer Janice Nimura. Don’t miss their conversation about remarkable women in history and their own lives and work. Special for Women’s History Month.Partner:American Ancestors -
Virtual
Beyond the Page with Marie Benedict
Beyond the Page is excited to welcome and celebrate another illustrious author – Marie Benedict!
Marie Benedict is a New York Times and USA Today bestselling author. Known for her engaging mysteries and use of real-life events as inspiration, Marie has written a number of novels including The Milford Affair, The Mystery of Mrs. Christie, The First Ladies, and The Personal Librarian. Her recently released mystery is The Queens of Crime. Her books have been chosen for the Good Morning America Book Club and Target’s Book of the Year, among other distinct honors.
Join us as Marie shares her knowledge, dives deeper into her compelling stories, and answers your burning questions!
This event offers two ticket options:- Attend the event $0
- Attend the event + receive a SIGNED copy of The Queens of Crime + GBH membership $60
Concerts to Watch
GBH Music Holiday Spectacular 2024
Celebrate the season with the GBH Music Holiday Spectacular, a family-friendly concert and an opportunity for music lovers to be part of a live television production at GBH’s headquarters in Brighton.
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