description Yarona – Abdullah Ibrahim Overview
Yarona – Abdullah Ibrahim’s 1973 album features a deeply spiritual and politically charged suite of compositions blending South African jazz with elements of classical music and world rhythms, reflecting his exile experience and commitment to social justice.
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Is Yarona really an Abdullah Ibrahim album from 1973?
No. Yarona is a live 1995 album by Ibrahim and his trio, so catalog descriptions calling it a 1973 exile-era record are incorrect.
Where was Yarona recorded?
It was recorded over two nights at Sweet Basil in Greenwich Village, New York, in January 1995. Enja released the resulting live album.
Who plays with Abdullah Ibrahim on Yarona?
Ibrahim plays piano with bassist Marcus McLaurine and drummer George Johnson. The compact trio format leaves considerable room for his melodies and rhythmic shifts.
Does Yarona contain Mannenberg?
Yes, although it appears in the short medley "Cherry/Mannenberg." The program also revisits "African River," "Tintinyana," and "African Marketplace."
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