MUSIC

    Hugh Masekela

    Hugh Masekela

    Presented by Annenberg Center for the Performing Arts at Annenberg Center - Zellerbach Theater

    October 8, 2010


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    Over the course of a 40-year career, this extraordinary trumpeter and composer has mixed the music of his native South African roots with the pop-jazz of the ‘60s. One of the world’s most versatile artists, Masekela’s Grammy Award-winning hit Grazing in the Grass sold over four million copies and made him an international star while his Broadway smash musical Sarafina introduced the sounds and passion of South African music to theatre audiences worldwide. Also known for his tireless work as an anti-Apartheid activist, his hit song “Bring Him Back Home” became an anthem for the Free Nelson Mandela movement. Now this great legend Rolling Stone applauds as being “one of the most thrilling live performers around,” stops in Philadelphia for one night only performing classic favorites as well as hits from his new album Phola.


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      • Venue Info

        Annenberg Center - Zellerbach Theater

        3680 Walnut Street
        University of Pennsylvania
        Philadelphia, PA 19104

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        Tickets:

        $20-$45

        Info Phone: 215.898.3900

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      • Dates & Times

        Dates:
        October 8, 2010

        Times:

        8 pm

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