‘SONGS OF THE FATHERS’ is a celebration of the music of Abdullah Ibrahim and his powerful influence on music.
Abdullah Ibrahim was mentored and introduced to the public by Duke Ellington in the 1960’s. He won Ellington’s admiration for his composition skills and ability as an improviser. When Ellington took a sabbatical Ibrahim was trusted with the direction of the orchestra. Ibrahim became a world-renowned musician who along with Hugh Masekela, gained notoriety in South Africa for what became known as Cape Jazz.
Abdullah Ibrahim abdullahibrahim.co.za The band Satya (sought – yah) wanted to create a portrait that reveals a career that evolved dynamically and dramatically.
“Satya has a oneness about it that is a heartfelt Prayer of Truth, Understanding, Trust, and State of Being. Let this offering transport you to a beautiful state of being all your own, as it did for me”. Joe Lovano
