Hugh Masekela: King of the Flugelhorn (HD)

Hugh Masekela is one of the most recognized, beloved figures in music. His success gave mainstream media attention to "township jazz," inspired several generations of South African musicians, and was a defining influence in shaping our perception of South African music. In this video interview, he reflects on his life and work, and what motivates him now.

The video captures footage of his recent concert for SFJazz at the Palace of Fine Arts, whose assistance was invaluable in creating the video. Also included is footage from several earlier concerts, and an audio interview with 84-year-old Harry Belafonte, a father-figure in Masekela's life, and also one of Masekela's current band members, drummer Lee-Roy Sauls.

Read more about Hugh Masekela in Jeff Kaliss' article:
After Apartheid, His Music Brings Us Together
http://www.sfcv.org/article/after-apartheid-his-music-brings-us-together

This video was produced for SFCV by Tal Skloot with the support of a grant from the National Endowment for the Arts.

Copyright San Francisco Classical Voice
http://www.sfcv.org

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Music

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• Hugh Masekela
• South Africa
• Trumpet
• San Francisco Classical Voice
• SFJAZZ
• Harry Belafonte

[olumomento]

Pls can one get this on DVD or something ? thank you