Oliver Jones in Africa
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.
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Oliver Jones in Africa
- Overview
- Cast
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Status
Released
Release Date
Jan 1, 1990
Runtime
0h 54m
Genres
Documentary
Original Title
Oliver Jones in Africa
Production Companies
ONF | NFB, Les Ateliers Audiovisuels du Québec
Director
Martin Duckworth
Description
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.
