Beautiful Improvisation



This improvisation reminds me of my feelings, the goosebumps that traversed the lengths of both arms when my baby brother played piano for me when I visited home and our resuscitated gallery in Nairobi, Kenya, after being gone for so long.  The energy and honesty, the way he trusted himself and his fingers as they roamed the keys, allowing me a glimpse into his inner feelings.  On that day he played melodies created on the spot, that captured so beautifully what we were all feeling.

Have a good weekend.

Mama Shujaa.

Comments

  1. BarbaraNovember 28, 2009 at 3:20 PM

    There is no other music like live music. So much passion. And you are right, there is so much truth in live music.

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  2. RethabileNovember 28, 2009 at 7:46 PM

    Bona is one of my favourite musicians and singers. So much talent.

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  3. Hana Njau-OkoloNovember 28, 2009 at 10:30 PM

    Ms. Bar B: I love most the honest give and go between the two musicians, bona fide jazz bassist Richard Bono and vocal percussionist Bobby McFerrin.

    Rethabile: He is one of mine too. He knows his stuff and so humble about it.

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  4. TelyNovember 29, 2009 at 11:16 AM

    Wow... You have touched my soul!!! I will get back on my piano!

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  5. Sarah LaurenceNovember 29, 2009 at 11:29 AM

    Those two musicians work so well off each other. Live music is dynamic. Thanks for sharing.

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  6. Hana Njau-OkoloNovember 29, 2009 at 11:15 PM

    Tely: I look forward to hearing you play some more spellbinding music.

    Sarah: You are welcome. Check out www.bonatology.com for more on Bona specifically.

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  7. Cynthia PittmannDecember 9, 2009 at 4:07 PM

    What a delightful musical feast! I listened to it 2 times and finally was able to post it on facebook...so I can share it some more. I hope all is well with you and your family. Thanks for inspiring me...it was just what I needed. xx

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