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Thelonious Sphere Monk [3] ( / θəˈloʊniəs / October 10, 1917 [4] – February 17, 1982) was an American jazz pianist and composer.
Thelonious Monk was an American pianist and composer who was among the first creators of modern jazz. As the pianist in the band at Minton’s Playhouse, a nightclub in New York City, in the early 1940s, Monk had great influence on the other musicians who later developed the bebop movement.
This performance, a mixture of Monk originals and interpretations of standards, showcases Monk at his prime: full of avant-garde flair and wit, but always wi...
Oct 10, 2017 · With his goatee, dark sunglasses and exotic hats, Thelonious Monk was the quintessential hepcat. He patted his feet in mad rhythm while he was playing — and when his sidemen soloed, he got up...
With the arrival Thelonious Sphere Monk, modern music—let alone modern culture–simply hasn’t been the same. Recognized as one of the most inventive pianists of any musical genre, Monk achieved a startlingly original sound that even his most devoted followers have been unable to successfully imitate.
Thelonious Monk. @officialtheloniousmonk ‧. 44.2K subscribers ‧ 31 videos. Our goal is to cultivate aspiring artists and life-long listeners of Jazz through the embodiment of the Thelonious...
Oct 21, 2021 · Thelonious Monk was an artist regarded by many as something of an outsider during his lifetime, but he was a man whose bold musical birthright now remains undeniable. Brian Priestley speaks with Thelonious’ son, drummer and bandleader T.S. Monk, to chart the legend’s legacy and uncover the roots of his masterful musical innovations
