Pierre Akendengué
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Pierre-Claver Akendengué (born April 25, 1943) is a Gabonese musician and composer.[1] In 1997, he received his country's "Prix d'excellence" at the Africa Music awards in Libreville, honoring his body of work. He also serves as a cultural advisor for the government of Gabon.
Biography
Born on the island of
, who encouraged his musical interests.In 1974, Akendengué recorded his first album, Nandipo, which consisted of songs of his own composition, sung in French and
plainchant
at a Catholic college, and presented spectacles showcasing traditional Gabonese forms in a concert setting.
In 1986, he received a doctorate from the University of Paris for his study of religion and education among the Nkomi.
Discography
- 1974 Nandipo
- 1976 Africa Obota
- 1978 Eseringuila
- 1979 Owende
- 1980 Mengo
- 1982 Awana W'Afrika
- 1983 Mando
- 1984 Réveil de l'Afrique
- 1986 Piroguier
- 1986 Sarraouinia
- 1988 Espoir à Soweto
- 1990 Silence
- 1993 Lambarena
- 1995 Maladadite
- 1996 Carrefour Rio
- 2000 Obakadences
- 2004 Ekunda-Sah
- 2005 Gorée
- 2009 La Verité d'Afrique
- 2013 Destinée
- 2018 La couleur de l´Afrique[3]
References
- ^ "Pierre Akendengué". Archived from the original on January 11, 2018.
- ^ ISBN 0-85112-939-0.
- ^ "Pierre Akendengué | Album Discography". AllMusic. Retrieved April 15, 2021.
External links
- "CD of the Week: Pierre Akendengué – Ekunda-Sah!", RFI Music, March 25, 2005. Accessed January 24, 2006
- Pierre Akendengue – Gorée
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