Choosing to remain in the shadows, and always searching for the perfect reed, saxophonist Pharoah Sanders is one of the unspoken giants of jazz. He is one of the few musicians to have had the honor, and virtuosity, of playing alongside musical legends Sun Ra, John and Alice Coltrane, Don Cherry, and Ornette Coleman. Together they transformed the landscape of jazz by rewriting the rules of harmony and rhythm.
“Pharoah | Fall” is a poetic homage to Sanders on the occasion of his 80th birthday. Narrated by Jazz singer Charlotte Dos Santos, this film explores her journey with his music and spirituality. She opens up about the concept of metamorphosis, the practice of surrendering, and the influence of nature nurturing her world… Continue reading on https://o6g7.app.link/sf8hGOLzZcb
_______________________________________
Subscribe to NOWNESS here: http://bit.ly/youtube-nowness
Like NOWNESS on Facebook: http://bit.ly/facebook-nowness
Follow NOWNESS on Twitter: http://bit.ly/twitter-nowness
Daily exclusives for the culturally curious: http://bit.ly/nowness-com
Behind the scenes on Instagram: http://bit.ly/instagram-nowness
Staff Picks on Vimeo: http://bit.ly/vimeo-nowness
source
UCpYHEAhSUx1hBn2SkvXvTrg
