Name: Straight,No Chaser
Brand: Thelonious Monk

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The Orchard/SPV (Membran)

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Release date

2011-11-25

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TI33339

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885150333396

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Thelonious Monk

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German label imprint belonging to the Membran Entertainment Group of companies. The label code for this imprint is LC 12281.

The *Membran Entertainment Group* is a well-established company in the music industry, known for its diverse range of music labels and imprints. One of these imprints is this German label, which has gained recognition for its high-quality releases and commitment to promoting talented artists.

With a strong focus on providing a platform for both established and emerging musicians, *this label* has become synonymous with musical excellence. Its extensive catalog includes genres such as jazz, classical, pop, rock, and more. By nurturing talent and supporting creativity, *the label* continues to make significant contributions to the music scene.

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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10 CD box set of fifteen original jazz albums from one of the fathers of bebop, the legendary jazz pianist / composer Thelonious Monk. In 2017 Monk would have turned 100 years old and this box contains some of his most important recordings. Includes his classic albums Genius Of Modern Music Vol 1 and 2, Plays Duke Ellington, Brilliant Corners and Thelonious Monk with John Coltrane. This set features all of Monks standards, like Well, You Needn't, Nica's Dream and Straight No Chaser in arguably their best versions.

Straight,No Chaser

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