Oliver Jones in Africa

Oliver Jones in Africa

1990
54min

Oliver Jones, one of Canada's foremost jazz pianists, tours Nigeria with his bassist and drummer, discovering in Africa the roots of much of today's music. Hearing and absorbing the musical sources of blues, spirituals, calypso rhythms and more, he reflects that for a Black jazz artist, a trip to Africa is a voyage home.

Oliver Jones in Africa

Storyline

Oliver Jones, one of Canada's foremost jazz pianists, tours Nigeria with his bassist and drummer, discovering in Africa the roots of much of today's music. Hearing and absorbing the musical sources of blues, spirituals, calypso rhythms and more, he reflects that for a Black jazz artist, a trip to Africa is a voyage home.
    Released
    January 1990
    Runtime
    54min
    Director
    Genre
    Status
    Released
    Language
    English
    Production
    ONF | NFB, Les Ateliers Audiovisuels du Québec
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