The Master Classes were hosted by Espafrika and The Cape Town International Jazz Festival Sustainable Training and Development programme. It took place at the beautiful Cape Sun five star hotel in Cape Town. I loved that this venue was central for everyone and the fact that the Master Classes had a two day take, with various artists on both days.
As usual these classes were packed and really took the cake. I attended the Friday class and was blown away by the knowledge and wisdom shared from the various international USA artists such as vocalist and song writer Andra Day ,Saxophonist Kamasi Washington, hip-hop band The Internet and music producer Taylor Mcferrin accompanied by drummer Marcus Gilmore.
Each artists or band had a session, which was about 45 mins long, they opened the floor by engaging with audiences and offering their personal stories and growth within the industry.
Kamasi Washington
A humble musician and very intriguing stage presence. He shared many challenges he experienced by always struggling for gigs. He said that humility is something you must learn.
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