A farewell South African jazz trumpeter

The late Hugh Masekela. PHOTO | COURTESY

What you need to know:

  • The legendary trumpeter and composer’s death was announced by his family via social media.
  • A statement released on Tuesday said the jazz legend died peacefully surrounded by family.
  • Masekela, 78, had been battling prostate cancer since 2008.

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