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Naomi BenaronRunning the Rift is the most recent winner of the PEN/Bellwether Prize for Socially Engaged Fiction, as awarded by Barbara Kingsolver. It's also an... Continue »
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Straight, No Chaser: The Life and Genius of Thelonious Monk

by Leslie Gourse

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This first full-length biography of the legendary pianist/composer in English tells the story of the tragic life and creative genius of Thelonius Monk. Based on scores of interviews with his family, friends and compatriots, along with voluminous research, this book gives the reader insight into the elusive and often eccentric personality of the composer. It paints a vivid picture of the difficulties faced by a serious jazz performer in the 50s and 60s who had to battle to overcome racism to make his mark as a musician. Beautifully illustrated with rare photos.

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Biography of the legendary pianist/composer. Based on scores of interviews with family and friends, the book gives rare insights into the elusive personality of this legendary hero of jazz.

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This first full-length biography of the legendary pianist/composer tells the story of the tragic life and creative genius of Thelonious Monk. Based on scores of interviews with his family, friends, and compatriots. Beautifully illustrated with rare photos.
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ISBN:
9780825672293
Author:
Gourse, Leslie
Publisher:
Schirmer Trade Books
Subject:
General
Subject:
People of Color
Subject:
Biography
Subject:
Blues
Subject:
Composers & Musicians
Subject:
Monk, thelonius, 1920-1982
Subject:
Composers & Musicians - General
Subject:
Genres & Styles - Blues
Subject:
cultural heritage
Subject:
Biography-Composers and Musicians
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Trade Paper
Publication Date:
19981231
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TRADE PAPER
Language:
English
Illustrations:
Y
Pages:
340
Dimensions:
9.21x6.14x.85 in. 1.20 lbs.
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