Name: Les Liaisons Dangereuses 1960
Brand: Thelonious Monk

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2017-12-08

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39142821

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Thelonious Monk

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Pias

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Soundtracks

Thelonious Monk was an American jazz pianist and composer, born on October 10, 1917 in Rocky Mount, North Carolina. He is widely recognized as one of the most influential pianists of the twentieth century and a key figure in the development of bebop. Monk's unique improvisational style and prolific compositions have left a lasting impact on the jazz genre. Known for his dissonant harmonies, angular melodic twists, and unconventional approach to the piano, he created music that was both innovative and captivating.

In addition to his musical talents, Monk had a distinct fashion sense with his signature suits, hats, and sunglasses. His stage presence was equally unconventional; often getting up from his piano to dance while his band members continued playing. This idiosyncratic behavior drew comparisons to ring-shout and Muslim Sufi whirling. Notably, Monk is one of only five jazz musicians to be featured on the cover of Time magazine.

Thelonious Monk passed away on February 17, 1982 at the age of 64 in Weehawken, New Jersey. He leaves behind a remarkable legacy as an artist who pushed boundaries and redefined jazz music through his groundbreaking compositions and performances.

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This is a Record Store Day 2017 item. It will be available to purchase from our stores from 8am 22nd April. Remaining stock will be available to purchase from this page at 00.01 29th April.A limited edition deluxe 2-LP set (180 Gram / 48-page colour booklet). The package includes extensive liner note documentation (Robin D. G. Kelley, Brian Priestley and Alain Tercinet), previously unseen black and white and colour photos, and other memorabilia from the session. In August 1958, French producer Marcel Romano sent a telegram to Monk’s manager, Harry Colomby: “Interested in Thelonious music. Stp. For Movie...” By the end of July 1959, Marcel Romano organized the recording sessions for the soundtrack of Les Liaisons Dangereuses 1960, the French movie directed by Roger Vadim. As yet, Monk’s major contribution to this movie – and only contribution to a full-length movie ever – has never seen the light of the day apart from its video form. Thelonious Monk (1917-1982) was at the height of his powers when he entered Nola Penthouse Studios in New York City on July 27, 1959. The recording contains all the music utilized in the film, as well as some tracks which were not heard on screen. Sam Records / Saga celebrates the Centennial (1917-2017) of one of jazz’s greatest figures with the release of Les Liaisons Dangereuses 1960. First official release with the full permission and cooperation of the Thelonious Monk Estate.

Les Liaisons Dangereuses 1960

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