Hugh Masekela
| October 8 buy Over the course of a 40-year career—during which he has collaborated with a myriad of international artists from Paul Simon to Dizzie Gillespie to Ladysmith Black Mambazo to Alvin Ailey—this extraordinary trumpeter and composer has mixed the music of his native South African roots with the pop-jazz of the ‘60s. One of the world’s most versatile artists, Masekela’s Grammy® award-winning hit “Grazing in the Grass” sold over four million copies and made him an international star while his Broadway smash musical Sarafina introduced the sounds and passion of South African music to theatre audiences worldwide. Also known for his tireless work as an anti-Apartheid activist, his hit song “Bring Him Back Home” became an anthem for the Free Nelson Mandela movement. Now this great legend Rolling Stone applauds as being “one of the most thrilling live performers around,” stops in Philadelphia for one night only performing classic favorites as well as hits from his new album Phola. Subscribe to the African Roots Series today! Two Amazing Trumpeters, One Great Price Hugh Masekela and Terence Blanchard – both shows only $60! Terence Blanchard - October 3 @ 7 PM Hugh Masekela - October 8 @ 8 PM Order today! Buy both shows for only $60, get the best seats in the house and SAVE 33%! Mention this special offer over the phone or click here to purchase now! |  |
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Pre-show chat with Hugh MasekelaJoin Carol Muller, Professor of Ethnomusicology at Penn, for a pre-show chat with Hugh Masekela that will explore South African music and its influence on the evolution of world music. The event begins at 7:00 PM and is free for all ticket holders.
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This performance is part of the Annenberg Center’s African Roots Series. |
 | Media support for the 2010/11 African Roots Series provided by WDAS. |
Photo credit: Courtesy of Opus 3 Artists
