Zim Ngqawana - Zimology CD

 An introduction to Zimology

Reviewed in the United States on October 19, 2006 (Amazon user review)

South African horn player (saxophones, flute) Zim Ngqawana defines "Zimology" as "the study of self". In this album, released in 1998, we get a chance to experience the process of Zimology performed by Zim and his quartet. Although influenced by African American giants such as Arthur Blythe, Archie Shepp and Max Roach, most of Zim's music shows deep South African roots. Most of the tunes have a distinct South African rhythm and harmony, while Zim's saxophonics or flutonics connect his home sounds with those of his American mentors. Track 9, Qula Kwedini, is a perfect example of music that is completely South African yet obviously connected with African American jazz.

6001208790735

SSCD 038

Sheer Sound, 1998

Country: South Africa

Good condition

C08

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