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Christopher McGregor (24 December 1936 – 26 May 1990) was a South African jazz pianist, bandleader and composer born in Somerset West, South Africa. [1] Early influences. McGregor grew up in the then Transkei (now part of the Eastern Cape Province ), [2] where his father was headmaster at a Church of Scotland mission institution called Blythswood.
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.
Previously lost footage of Chris McGregor's Brotherhood of Breath on French TV in 1973. Lineup includes Dudu Pukwana, Harry Beckett, Elton Dean, Lol Coxhill,...
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The Blue Notes were a South African jazz sextet, whose definitive line-up featured Chris McGregor on piano, Mongezi Feza on trumpet, Dudu Pukwana on alto saxophone, Nikele Moyake on tenor saxophone, Johnny Dyani on bass, and Louis Moholo-Moholo on drums.
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.
Jul 30, 2012 · Chris McGregor was a South African jazz pianist and composer who led the Brotherhood of Breath and the Blue Notes. Learn about his life, career, albums, and similar artists on All About Jazz.
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Sep 16, 2019 · Learn about Chris McGregor, a South African jazz pianist and bandleader who led the Brotherhood of Breath, a big band that blended free jazz and African influences. Find out his discography, members, and related artists.
