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Chris McGregor was a South African jazz pianist, bandleader and composer who influenced Cape Jazz and the Brotherhood of Breath. Learn about his early influences, career, exile and death from this comprehensive article.
Christopher McGregor (24 December 1936 – 26 May 1990), was a South African jazz pianist, bandleader and composer born in Somerset West, South Africa. McGregor grew up in the then Transkei (now part of the Eastern Cape Province) where his father was headmaster at a Church of Scotland mission institution called Blythswood.
Sep 16, 2019 · Learn about the South African jazz pianist and bandleader Chris McGregor, who led the Blue Notes and the Brotherhood of Breath. Find out his discography, members, and related artists.
Oct 27, 2016 · Brotherhood of Breath was a multiracial ensemble that blended free jazz, post-bop, big band, and South African influences. Founded by pianist Chris McGregor in 1969, the group recorded two albums and toured Europe before disbanding in 1974.
Mar 26, 2021 · Inspired by the sounds and rhythms of traditional Xhosa music, Chris McGregor helped put South African jazz on the world map. Graham Jooste recalls the composer’s creativity and his contribution to nation-building.
Chris McGregor's Brotherhood Of Breath with Archie Shepp Live im Theaterhaus Stuttgart 25/03/1989 Pt.100:00 Presentation (in German)01:05 Amasi (Chris McGreg...
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Jan 9, 2016 · Chris McGregor’s Jazz – The African Sound is a lost global jazz classic, and a true holy grail for collectors of jazz and world-jazz. A cornerstone of South Africa’s illustrious jazz history, it has been out of print since before the end of apartheid.
