Name: Four Classic Albums
Brand: Thelonious Monk

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Catalogue number

AMSC964

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Format Music US

Limited edition

Release date

2008-11-03

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Signed copies: No

Supplier US

Lasgo

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Sales:8.875

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5022810196426

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Artist

Thelonious Monk

Genre US

Jazz

Label US

Avid Jazz

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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Four Classic Albums (Thelonious Monk Plays the Music of Duke Ellington / Thelonious Monk and Sonny Rollins / Brilliant Corners / Thelonious Monk)

Four Classic Albums

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Discover Four Classic Albums by Thelonious Monk. Vinyl records from Avid Jazz label. Includes Thelonious Monk Plays the Music of Duke Ellington, Thelonious Monk and Sonny Rollins, Brilliant Corners, and more.