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African Sanctus - Revisited

African Sanctus - Revisited

Jan 01, 1995 · 1h

Director

Herbert Chappell

Overview

Herbert Chappell's highly acclaimed original BBC Film is the story of a remarkable journey made by the composer and explorer David Fanshawe which inspired his celebrated work African Sanctus. The film retraces his musical steps up the river Nile to the source of the Nile's music. Featuring many of the original musicians he first recorded in 1969, Fanshawe explains the ethos behind his work and the process of composition. On a quest to find his African mentor, The Hippo Man, he ventures forth. The Updated Film, 1995, projects stirring and poignant images of Africa, This film combines authentic footage spanning 20 years, with Fanshawe's innovative score. We see glimpses of the performance with The Bournemouth Symphony Chorus, Choristers of St Georges Cathedral, solo Wilhelmenia Fernandez, conducted by Neville Creed. The film also introduces Fanshawe's new work Dona Nobis Pacem - A Hymn for World Peace.

Cast of African Sanctus - Revisited

Crew of African Sanctus - Revisited

About African Sanctus - Revisited

What is African Sanctus - Revisited about?

Herbert Chappell's highly acclaimed original BBC Film is the story of a remarkable journey made by the composer and explorer David Fanshawe which inspired his celebrated work African Sanctus. The film retraces his musical steps up the river Nile to the source of the Nile's music. Featuring many of the original musicians he first recorded in 1969, Fanshawe explains the ethos behind his work and…

When was African Sanctus - Revisited released?

African Sanctus - Revisited was released on January 1, 1995.

How long is African Sanctus - Revisited?

African Sanctus - Revisited runs 1 hour (60 minutes).

Who directed African Sanctus - Revisited?

African Sanctus - Revisited was directed by Herbert Chappell.

Who is in the cast of African Sanctus - Revisited?

The cast of African Sanctus - Revisited includes David Fanshawe (David Fanshawe).