Bamboula Ferret
1919–2008 (age 89)
Biography
Bamboula Ferret’s music echoed across continents, blending the rhythmic heritage of his roots with the improvisational daring of jazz. His guitar work and rhythmic mastery brought people together, fostering joy and cultural exchange in every performance.
Ferret’s presence is still felt at the Westerbegraafplaats in Ghent, where the resonance of his music lives on through the musicians he inspired.