Manu Dibango: Afropolitan musical genius with a giant heart: Manu Dibango (centre) Michael Ochs Archives/Getty ImagesEmmanuel N’Djoké Dibango – Manu Dibango – will live forever thanks to his Afropolitan sounds, and to the fact that many artists in Africa and beyond are deeply indebted to him. He was a man of legendary generosity of spirit and talent, with an accommodating … [Read more...] about Manu Dibango: Afropolitan musical genius with a giant heart | The Conversation
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SA News: Nelson Mandela musical comes to Auckland
Nelson Mandela musical comes to Auckland: Conrad, 34, was born in Cape Town and came to Auckland when he was 12 when his parents left South Africa looking for a better life. The production, that originated in France and is currently touring A... Source: "South Africa" - BingNews De Kock’s century, Steyn’s strikes put South Africa on course for series whitewash over … [Read more...] about SA News: Nelson Mandela musical comes to Auckland
SA News: Musical to bring songs and stories of South Africa to life in DeKalb
Musical to bring songs and stories of South Africa to life in DeKalb: Get local news delivered to your inbox. The global sensation Africa Umoja is coming to DeKalb County, Tuesday, Oct. 30 through Tuesday, Nov. 6 as part of its worldwide tour celebrating the 100th birth... Source: "South Africa" - BingNews South Africa should seek damages from KPMG over bank graft - … [Read more...] about SA News: Musical to bring songs and stories of South Africa to life in DeKalb
Intimate, streamed performances: the musical future in a globalised world | The Conversation
Intimate, streamed performances: the musical future in a globalised world: Big Daddy Kane performing at NPR Music’s Tiny Desk Concert. Claire Harbage/NPRFor many music fans buying costly records or CDs is a quaint and distant memory. It meant collections were limited by budget. Today though, the prevalence of free or cheap streaming and downloading platforms on social media has … [Read more...] about Intimate, streamed performances: the musical future in a globalised world | The Conversation
Stanley Glasser: a life of exile and bravely crossing musical boundaries | The Conversation
Stanley Glasser: a life of exile and bravely crossing musical boundaries: Stanley Glasser Stephanus MullerI first met the legendary South African composer Stanley “Spike” Glasser at his home in London in 2001. Glasser – who died on 5 August 2018 aged 92 after suffering from Alzheimer’s disease for a number of years – spoke to me about music and his dreams for South Africa when, … [Read more...] about Stanley Glasser: a life of exile and bravely crossing musical boundaries | The Conversation
