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Although he'll always be remembered for his 1988 novelty hit "Don't Worry Be Happy," Bobby McFerrin is one of the most talented musicians in pop...
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Be Haaaapy!LOCATION: Royal Albert Hall , LondonYEAR: 2005TAGS: LondonPUBLISHED: February 14, 2008Bobby McFerrin was a sensation when he won his Grammy for 'Don't worry, be happy' all those years ago. The song became an anthem, but he faded from public view after that - at least, I hadn't heard much of him. Then, one recent summer, we were in London for an afternoon Prom at the Royal Albert Hall. Bobby McFerrin and 'friends' were performing for the second time at the Proms. It was the first time I'd see him 'live'.  And what a performance!!! The man is amazing!  His vocal improvisations and the things that he can do with his voice are mindblowing! He used his body as a musical instrument, he thumps his chest in time to his voice - making a unique beat, his fingers tapping on the mike at the same time. McFerrin got the audience to sing Ave Maria while he 'sang' the orchestral accompaniment all by himself! Also performing with him that afternoon were the African Children's Choir - a group of 7-11 year olds drawn from the orphaned and destitute children who are receiving their education at several schools in Africa set up by their founder Ray Barnett. 'Impure Thoughts- an ensemble with Michael Woolf on the piano and Badal Roy on the tabla (and two others on drums and bass) completed the picture. The concert was great fun and he received a standing ovation at the end of it. It was a moment to cherish. May there be many more! Listen to his 'Ave Maria' here:
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