Hugh Masekela
Hugh Masekela was a renowned South African trumpeter, flugelhornist, composer, and bandleader, known for his influential role in jazz music and anti-apartheid activism. His legacy continues to inspire musicians across Africa, and he was honored at the recent African Jazz Series Concert 2025 for his contributions to the genre.
Born on Apr 04, 1939 (86 years old)
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South Africa:
Prominent figures such as Hugh Masekela add to the colour of the book.
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South Africa:
Prominent figures such as Hugh Masekela add to the colour of the book.
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South Africa:
Expect stories of mentorship, movement and music, with nods to the likes of Miriam Makeba and Hugh Masekela.
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France:
Hugh Masekela was one of the South Africans who preceded The Blue Notes in exile.
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Guyana:
Hugh Masekela's music served as a powerful tool for resistance against apartheid.
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South Africa:
Hugh Masekela is a legendary jazz musician whose images carry immense cultural impact.
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South Africa:
Hugh Masekela’s Stimela is a song about the past.
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South Africa:
Hugh Masekela was an artist managed by the record label T-Musicman.
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Botswana:
Mosele accompanied the late South African jazz legend Hugh Masekela on his UK tour in the '90s.
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South Africa:
Hugh Masekela's song Vuca is mentioned as part of the historical context of afro-jazz.
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