Thelonious Monk

American jazz pianist, 'Round Midnight', bebop pioneer

United StatesJazz1940-1982

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Thelonious Monk — portrait photograph — William P. Gottlieb / Adam Cuerden · Public domain

Biography

American jazz pianist, 'Round Midnight', bebop pioneer

Influence

Pioneered bebop, influenced countless jazz musicians worldwide

Historical context

American jazz pianist, 'Round Midnight', bebop pioneer Pioneered bebop, influenced countless jazz musicians worldwide Known as 'The High Priest of Bebop' and revolutionized jazz piano

Associated instruments

Piano
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Known as 'The High Priest of Bebop' and revolutionized jazz piano