Dollar Brand – African Sketchbook (Promo) - is a jazz album by South African pianist and composer Dollar Brand. The album was released in 1969 and is characterized by the fusion of jazz with traditional South African musical elements. Known as Adolph Johannes Brand, he adopted the name Dollar Brand at the beginning of his career. Throughout his career, he has been an important figure in the world of jazz and is known for his unique style, which incorporates influences from South African music, gospel and traditional African rhythms. "African Sketchbook" contains compositions that reflect cultural roots and his commitment to African musical traditions. The album captures the spirit of his homeland, with its evocative melodies and rhythmic explorations. The piano playing is often characterized by a mixture of improvisation and a deep connection to South Africa's cultural heritage. The album is a testament to his ability to combine different musical worlds and create a sound that is both innovative and rooted in tradition. "African Sketchbook" remains a significant work in the exploration of the intersection between jazz and world music. Tracklist: A1 Air A2 Salaam - Peace - Hamba Kahle A3 Slave Bell A4 The Stride A5 Mamma A6 Krotoa A7 Machopi A8 Tokai B1 The Dream The Aloe And The Wildrose B2.a The Aloe And The Wildrose B2.b South Easter B2.c Sadness B3 Tariq B4 Nkosi B5 African Sun B6 Salaam - Peace - Hamba Kahle Flute, Piano, Composed By – Dollar Brand Recorded in Berne, Switzerland. Matrix / Runout (Variant 1 Side A): ENJA 2026A 111 Matrix / Runout (Variant 1 Side B): ENJA 2026B 111 On White Promo Labels: 見本盤 = Sample Board Why Buy Promo? Rarity and Collectible Value: Since promo versions are produced in limited quantities and are often not intended for the general public, they often become coveted collector's items. Collectors value these versions for their exclusivity and historical value. LP / VG+ to Near Mint (only fine, flat, thread scratches from the years without effect) very nice for the years Cover / VG+(wrinkles, a pressure, stains) Insert/ VG +(a little bit yellow , stains) OIS /VG+ ( folds) (the pictures and the description are an integral part of the state and the scope of the delivery of the LP or Single) ★★★ Another "Must Have "! From In Collectors-Condition ★★★ ★★★ For every rare single & LP I add a new inner sleeve with acid-free plastic so that you can enjoy the singles & LPs for a long time ★★★ You will receive all of your valuable auctions in a special LP box so that nothing can happen to your LP during transport (see pictures) ★★★ Each LP/Single is washed again with a special record washing machine (see picture) before it is sent (this machine is of course not included in the scope of delivery) An offer exclusive from the seller : BlackGold-Memorabilia Thank´s for your interest. Check out my other rare items in current and future Auctions at Catawiki ★★★ Delivery to Lithuania, Portugal, Bulgaria and Norway only by Express Post ★★★ The B/W picture of Dollar Brand is not included in the scope of delivery and is only used for documentation.