Thelonious Monk

Thelonious Monk was an American jazz pianist and composer who is considered one of the pioneers of bebop music. He was known for his unique playing style and compositions, characterized by their dissonance and angular melodic lines.

Thelonious Monk was born on October 10, 1917.

Thelonious Monk was born in Rocky Mount, North Carolina, United States.

Thelonious Sphere Monk is Thelonious Monk's full name.

Some of Thelonious Monk's famous compositions include "Round Midnight," "Blue Monk," "Straight, No Chaser," and "Well, You Needn't."

While he had a devoted following among fellow musicians and jazz enthusiasts, Thelonious Monk did not achieve significant recognition or commercial success during his lifetime. It wasn't until the 1960s when his music gained wider recognition and acclaim.

Thelonious Monk collaborated with many notable jazz musicians, including John Coltrane, Sonny Rollins, Art Blakey, and Charlie Parker.

Yes, Thelonious Monk received numerous awards and honors for his contributions to jazz. He was awarded a Grammy Lifetime Achievement Award in 1993 and was posthumously awarded a Pulitzer Prize Special Citation in 2006.

Thelonious Monk passed away on February 17, 1982, at the age of 64.

Thelonious Monk's innovative playing style, unique compositions, and contributions to the development of bebop music have solidified his legacy as one of the most influential figures in jazz history. His music continues to inspire and influence musicians to this day.