Legendary
South African trumpeter, flugelhornist and vocalist Hugh Masekela is an
innovator in the world music and jazz scene and continues to tour the
world as a performer, composer, producer and activist. This iconic
artist is best known for his Grammy-nominated hit single, "Grazing in
The Grass" that sold over 4 million copies in 1968 and made him an
international star. He later played an integral role in Paul Simon's
tour behind the classic album Graceland,
which was one of the first pop records to introduce African music to a
broader public. In April 2010, he received The Order of Ikhamanga from
South African President Jacob Zuma, his nation's highest civilian honor.
Masekela was nominated for a Grammy Award in 2012 in the "Best World
Music Album" category for his album, Jubalani.
Articulate
and brilliantly musical in any number of genres, Hugh Masekela has been
a defining force in world music, the preservation of South Africa's
musical heritage, the safety and well-being of it's poorest citizens as
well as the struggle for freedom and human rights both in Africa, and
around the world.
"Masekela
has been a global legend since the '60s and has earned broad appeal
among jazz enthusiasts worldwide, and we expect a large turnout for our
concert," said Mark Morganelli, Executive Director, Jazz Forum Arts.
"We're honored that he'll be making his Tarrytown Music Hall debut in
April, and thrilled to bring exciting performances like this to
Westchester."
Masekela's
band features percussionist Francis Manneh Edward Fuster, bassist
Abednigo Sibongiseni Zulu, keyboardist Randal Skippers, drummer Lee-Roy
Sauls and guitarist Cameron John Ward.
For more information about tickets to the event, click here or call (877) 840-0457.
For more information about Jazz Forum Arts, visit http://www.jazzforumarts.org.
Source:
JazzCorner.com
For more information about Jazz Forum Arts, visit http://www.jazzforumarts.org.
Source:
JazzCorner.com
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