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The Jazz Show with Jamie Cullum

Music: Jazz & Blues: Jazz

Jamie Cullum showcases his love of jazz, featuring live sessions and special guests

Jamie Cullum showcases his love for all types of jazz and music rooted in jazz, from its heritage to its future. Featuring live sessions and guests from around the world

Jamie Cullum

The Jazz Show with Jamie Cullum: Abdullah Ibrahim

Music: Jazz & Blues

27/04/2010

Abdullah Ibrahim

BBC Radio 2 - The Jazz Show with Jamie Cullum, Abdullah Ibrahim

Featuring an interview with the pioneering jazz artist Abdullah Ibrahim.

Abdullah Ibrahim, the pioneering jazz artist and man behind Water From An Ancient Well, talks about growing up in Cape Town and the making of his new album.

Jamie Cullum showcases his love for all types of jazz, and music rooted in jazz, from its heritage to the future.

This week's show features an interview with legendary jazz artist Abdullah Ibrahim, formerly known as Dollar Brand. Ibrahim talks about growing up in Cape Town; the story behind Ishmael, one of Jamie's favourite ever tracks; and the making of his new album Bombella, which is widely regarded as the culmination of his whole career.

Plus Jamie delves into the BBC archives to see what classic jazz session recording he can find next.

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