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African Jazz Allstars

The African Jazz Allstars

Under The African Sun Tour

14th October – 29th October 2009

Africa’s finest jazz orchestra returns with their blistering big band funk, imaginative jazz solos and irresistible African rhythms. With members hailing from across the African continent, at the helm is Africa’s finest jazz guitarist Lucky Ranku, who leads the hard-as-nails rhythm section featuring inventive pianist Kaz Kasozi, power house drummer Brice Wassy, conga legend Lekan Babalola and deep end bassist Joseph Hlengetwa. The stellar cast horn section features high note trumpeter Claude Deppa, bad bone trombonist Fayyaz Virji, creative alto saxophonist Tony Kofi, soulful tenor saxophonist Bukky Leo and deep end baritone saxophonist Greg Bonnie. The Queen of African jazz Pinise Saul adds her class quality as she sings a new suite 'Under The African Sun' and other classics from her celebrated career. Expect an exhilarating and rousing show built around imaginative jazz solos and irresistible African rhythms.

  • 'African jazz that sizzles like the burning sun. All soloists are first class' Jack Massarik,
    The Evening Standard

    'Exuberant and energetic, sophisticated and stylish'

    World Music Magazine
 

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