Amandla! A Revolution in Four-Part Harmony
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Edition: Music CDAudio: English (Original Language); Zulu (Original Language)
Format: Enhanced, Soundtrack
CD Release Date: 2003-02-04
Music Label: ATO Records
Soundtracks:
- Amandla! - Amandla
- When You Come Back - Vusi Mahlasela
- Lizobuya - Mbongeni Ngema
- Meadowlands - Nancy Jacobs And Sisters
- Sad Times, Bad Times - The Original Cast Members Of King Kong
- Senzeni Na? - Harmonius Serade Choir
- Beware Verwoerd (Naants' Indod'Emnyama) - Miriam Makeba
- Y'Zinga - Robben-Island Prison Singers
- Stimela - Hugh Masekela
- Injambo/Hambani Kunye Ne-Vangeli - Pretoria Central Prison
- Mannenberg - Abdullah Ibrahim
- Nkosi Sikelei - Soweto Community Hall
- Thina Lomhlaba Siwugezi - Vusi Mahlasela
- Mayibuye - Vusi Mahlesela
- Thina Sizwe - SABC Choir
- Folk Vibe #1 - Tananas
- Dubula Ngesi'bam - Soweto Community Hall
- Sobashiya Abazale - Amandla Group
- Bring Him Back Home (Nelson Mandela) - Hugh Masekela
- Did You Hear That Sound (Dreamtime Improv) - Abdullah Ibrahim
- S'Bali - Joe Nina
- Makuliwe - Soweto Community Hall
- Bahlei Bonke - Miriam Makeba
- Kuzobenjani Na? - Vusi Mahlesela
- 'You Strike The Rock...' - Sophie Mgcina
- The Untold Story - Sibongile Khumato
- Iyo - Harmonious Serade Choir
- Usi Letela Uxdlo (Nelson Mandela Brings Us Peace) - The African National Congress Choir
- Toyi-Toyi/Kramat - Abdullah Ibrahim
Music reviews of Amandla! A Revolution in Four-Part Harmony
Music Review: Buy the CD, but be certain to see the film.
Rating: 5 Stars
At a time in his life when most people are trying to figure out what is best for themselves, Lee Hirsch gave up everything to go to South Africa and begin documenting its music. Ten years later, the result of his efforst, "Amandla: Revolution in Four-Part Harmony," is a brilliant portrayal of the strength and courage of the resistance against Apartheid. Though some may find the notion romantic and unbelievable, rather than using bombs or guns to win the freedom and equality they longed for, they overcame their oppressors through song.I was lucky enough to attend the Hollywood premiere of the documentary in February of 2003, and hear Mr. Hirsch describe the process of making the film. The thing that has stayed with me the most was shared by the executive producer, Sheila Nevins. She said that in her search to put score to scenes of horrific violence and oppression, she could find no "sad" music. All the music they heard was filled with hope, and most of all--joy. This, more than anything, represents the music on the soundtrack CD. While the soundtrack is extremely moving (Nkosi Sikelel' iAfrica brought me near tears), I would urge a person unfamiliar with the names on the CD to first view the movie; the songs take on a life of their own once the stories behind them are told.
Description of Amandla! A Revolution in Four-Part Harmony
Forgive the cynicism, but it?s hard to believe that South Africa?s civil war was actually a successful one waged without a full-scale battle. Happy endings to tragic events seem to be the stuff of fairy tales rather than real life. Perhaps it?s due to the fact that apartheid was a travesty that the colonialists couldn?t continue to live with. More likely, it?s the spirit of South Africa?s black people that made it happen. This 29-track soundtrack for the Sundance-winning documentary features a musical history of the movement, often highlighting powerful rallying cries of revolution. There?re songs from such well-known figures as Mariam Makeba, Hugh Masekela, Abdullah Ibrahim, and South African star Vusi Mahlasela, as well as members of Pretoria Central Prison and chanting crowds from various town hall meetings. Unlike typical CDs, the singers, musicians, and performances are less important; it?s the premise that?s the key here, and this moving collection adeptly captures the South African people?s strength and resolve to win their battle for freedom. --Tad HendricksonPop CDs
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