Kaya 959 The Jazz Standard

Paul Hanmer

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Join us for an insightful interview with renowned South African jazz pianist and composer Paul Hanmer as he reflects on the much-anticipated vinyl reissue of his iconic album Trains to Taung. Originally released in 1997, In our conversation, Hanmer shares his journey in creating the album, the inspiration behind this album, and what the vinyl reissue means for him and his fans.
29 Oct 2024 English South Africa Music History · Music Commentary

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