Moonchild: The Life and Music of Yusuf Salim (2026)
Synopsis
Moonchild follows jazz pianist, composer, and mentor Yusuf Salim, from his early years playing on Baltimore’s famed Pennsylvania Avenue to his celebrated contributions to the emerging jazz and Black Muslim communities in his adopted hometown in Durham, North Carolina. Salim’s deep faith and embrace of human connection transformed the world around him, even through a lifelong battle with personal demons. During Yusuf’s 60-year musical journey, he inspired and propelled the careers of award-winning musicians and vocalists with his Black Atlantic cool and mastery of the songbook. Guided by his legacy, acclaimed jazz artists reunite in Durham to honor an unsung mentor and perform Salim’s music at historic concerts.
Release Date: 2026-04-30
Runtime: 94 minutes
Director: Kenny Dalsheimer
Top Cast
- Yusuf Salim as Self (Archival Footage)
- Nnenna Freelon as Self
- Bus Brown as Self (Archival Footage)
- Eve Cornelius as Self
- Elijah Fox-Peck as Self
- Billy Stevens as Self
- Gary Bartz as Self
- Sister Rhonda Muhammad as Self
- Imam Oliver Muhammad as Self
- Lois Deloatch as Self
Soundtrack
Original Music Composer(s): N/A
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