Description

This is one of Abdullah Ibrahims most colorful band recordings. With a 12-piece group that includes altoist Carlos Ward, trombonist Craig Harris and bassist Cecil McBee along with some lesser-known names, Ibrahim performs eight folklike originals that pay tribute to his life growing up in South Africa.

You cant imagine the beauty of this music, the rich culture and the beautiful scenery of rural Southern Africa. Together they evoke the honesty and sincerity of Ibrahams music.

The Homecoming Song, Anthem for the New Nation and especially The Wedding (a beautiful hymn) are particularly memorable.