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Hugh Masekela

(1939–2018) Trumpeter South Africa

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Hugh Masekela was a trumpeter from South Africa, best known for Still grazing.

Quick Facts About Hugh Masekela

Born
April 4, 1939
Died
January 23, 2018
Nationality
South Africa
Profession
Trumpeter
Notable works
Still grazing
Spouse
Miriam Makeba

About Hugh Masekela

Hugh Ramapolo Masekela was a South African trumpeter, flugelhornist, cornetist, singer and composer who was described as "the father of South African jazz". Masekela was known for his jazz compositions and for writing well-known anti-apartheid songs such as "Soweto Blues" and "Bring Him Back Home". He also had a number-one US pop hit in 1968 with the song "Grazing in the Grass", which was later covered by various other artists.

Biography source: Wikipedia

Awards & Honors

Channel O Music Video Awards Etnosur award Ghana Music Awards Order of Ikhamanga in Gold

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