THE NINE LIVES OF MEKI

Abstract

The life and works of Professor Meki Nzewi pose a challenge to both students and musicologists alike. However, I have chosen to x-ray this music icon and giant to portray his activities in the music world in order to bring forth those attributes that have been sources of inspiration to his students and colleagues alike. Hence, the title, The Nine Lives of Meki was born. This has been broken down under the following sub-headings: Meki, the teacher; Meki and the African music theory; the Nzewi School; Concertizing Meki; Meki, the Motivator; Meki and the African Theatre; Meki and Musicology; Meki: The Africanist and Meki: The Person.