Thelonious Monk (October 10, 1917 – February 17, 1982) was an American jazz pianist and composer known for his improvisational style. His compositions “‘Round Midnight” and “Straight, No Chaser,” became jazz standards. Monk’s musical approach was a blend of percussive attack, dissonant chords, and sudden silences. His improvisations featured flat ninths, whole tone runs, and […]
Thelonious Monk
