- Randy Weston; tribute to Cassandra Wilson
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| Show | Diasporic Music |
|---|---|
| Broadcast Title | Randy Weston; tribute to Cassandra Wilson |
| Broadcast Date | 2014-04-27 |
| Record Date | 2014-04-27 |
| Summary | Discussion with jazz pianist, composer and lecturer Randy Weston, who was a personal acquaintance of jazz pianist and composer Duke Ellington (April 29, 1899 to May 24, 1974). Sir Duke's 115th birthday is April 29th, 2014. Music dedication to boxing legend Rubin "Hurricane" Carter, who was portrayed by Denzel Washington in the 1999 film 'The Hurricane.' Rubin Carter joined the ancestors on April 20, 2014. Musical tribute to Cassandra Wilson, a Jackson, Mississippi-born jazz musician, vocalist, songwriter, and producer. Visit Norman (Otis) Richmond aka Jalali on Facebook. |