African Song

African Song by Abdulah Ibrahim

Arranged for flute and piano by Vera Mohrs

Abdullah Ibrahim was born in Capetown. His musical roots are firmly planted in jazz and gospel music and in the traditional music of his native country of South Africa. lah Ibrahim, a.k.a. “Dollar Brand” is one of the true jazz greats. Originally for piano, his cycle “African Songs” celebrates the unmistakable atmosphere and cheerfulness of African music.  This arrangement for flute and piano is a rather special performance piece.