Father of Modern Nigerian Art Music – Sowande blended Yoruba folk melodies with Western classical music, creating a unique Nigerian art music style.
Jazz Pioneer – He was the first musician to introduce the Hammond organ into jazz music in London during the 1930s.
Renowned Composer – His most famous work, the African Suite for string orchestra, was broadcast by the BBC in 1944.
Highly Educated Musician – Studied at the University of London and became a fellow of both the Royal College of Organists and Trinity College of Music.
Ethnomusicology Advocate – He was a pioneering ethnomusicologist, promoting Nigerian music and culture globally through performance and research.
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