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Abdullah Ibrahim in Concert at Mist Harlem at MIST Harlem
Courtesy of Theresa O'Neal | Posted on October 12, 2014
Where
MIST Harlem
46 West 116th Street
New York, NY
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When
Wed, October 15, 2014
7:00 pm
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An Evening of Jazz and Celebration!
Abdullah Ibrahim
In Concert
Legendary South African Jazz Performer Celebrates 80th Birthday
With New York City Live Performance
On Wednesday, October 15th, MIST (My Image Studios) and Madiba Harlem will host the 80th birthday concert celebration of revered South African pianist and composer, Abdullah Ibrahim also known as Dollar Brand.
The jazz legend will be accompanied by artists Rene Mclean, Band Urban Dijailiya and Bakithi Kumalo. Doors will open promptly at 5:30 pm for cocktails and refreshments and the concert will begin sharply at 7:00 pm. Patrons will also be invited to partake in a prix fixe dinner immediately after the show. Ibrahim has been hailed as the greatest exponent of Cape jazz, performing with artists such as Max Roach and Randy Weston. The legendary performer’s birthday bash coincides with the grand opening of Madiba Harlem, one of New York’s finest, authentic South African restaurants, made famous by its thriving Brooklyn location. The restaurant will celebrate its grand opening with a concert to remember....