Bra Hugh Masekela Nominated For a Grammy
Legendary South African jazz trumpeter Hugh Masekela has been nominated for a Grammy for his 2010 album Jabulani in the best world music category.
News Category: Awards
Jabulani Grammy Nomination
Legendary Jazz-Icon Hugh Masekela has been nominated for a Grammy Award in the “Best World Music Album” category for the album “Jabulani”
Hugh Masekela Wins Womex Lifetime Achievement Award
WOMEX is proud to announce the winner of the WOMEX 11 Artist Award: Hugh Masekela, the trumpet prodigy, fiery denouncer of Apartheid and Afro-jazz pioneer from South Africa.
Hugh Masekela Receives Vaal University Doctorate
“Masekela is our icon and an ambassador and, therefore, we as citizens of this country are the ones who should be quick to appreciate such heroes before they get recognition elsewhere.”
Hugh Masekela wins WOMEX Award for Artists 2011
WOMEX have announced that this year’s Award for Artists goes to Hugh Masekela, the trumpet prodigy, fiery denouncer of Apartheid and Afro-jazz pioneer from South Africa.
Hugh Masekela Day Proclaimed in the V.I.
Governor John P. de Jongh Jr. has proclaimed March 18 on St. Croix and March 19 on St. Thomas as “Hugh Masekela Day” in the U.S. Virgin Islands in honor of the legendary South African musician.
Celebrating our national heroes
President Jacob Zuma on Tuesday night honoured South African heroes, past and present, when he bestowed national orders on a number of outstanding individuals.
