Nduduzo Makhatini

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We continue to celebrate artists and music that heals, inspires and uplifts… #CoronaHope We’ll be crossing over to the Eastern Cape to chat with South African treasure, Nduduzo Makhatini. Over the course of his eight previous albums, it’s clear that throughout his career, this composer, producer and piano maestro, has created timeless works that not only are a a tremendous breakthrough in the world of jazz, but that Nduduzo Makhatini’s music tells a story that is so layered, that its reach is limitless - it touches people of different generations and cultures across the world.
Modes of Communication: Letters from the Underworlds’ is Makhathini’s remarkable ninth album, and his Blue Note Records debut.
26 Apr 2020 English South Africa Arts · Performing Arts

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