Water from an Ancient Well (1986)

Water from an Ancient Well is a jazz album by South African pianist Abdullah Ibrahim that was first released in 1986. In the review of the album for AllMusic, Scott Yanow wrote: "Many of the melodies (particularly 'Mandela,' 'Song for Sathima,' 'Water From an Ancient Well,' and the beautiful 'The Wedding') are among Ibrahim's finest compositions."

The album was also included in the book 1001 Albums You Must Hear Before You Die.

Personnel

• Abdullah Ibrahim – piano
• Carlos Ward – alto flute
• Ricky Ford – tenor sax
• Charles Davis – baritone sax
• David Williams – bass
• Ben Riley – drums
• Dick Griffin – trombone