Definition of Thelonious monk

1. Noun. United States jazz pianist who was one of the founders of the bebop style (1917-1982).

Exact synonyms: Monk, Thelonious Sphere Monk
Generic synonyms: Jazz Musician, Jazzman

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Literary usage of Thelonious monk

Below you will find example usage of this term as found in modern and/or classical literature:

1. Jazz on Film and Video in the Library of Congress by Rebecca D. Clear (1994)
"thelonious monk-STRAIGHT, NO CHASER. Copyright Collection Malpaso ... (the former patron of Charlie Parker), thelonious monk, Jr. and Charlie Rouse. ..."

2. Hollywood & the Best of Los Angeles Alive! by Robert White, Phyllis White (2002)
"... home to the thelonious monk Institute of Jazz; scheduled performers are frequently joined on stage by major jazz artists. You can come in and hear jazz ..."

3. Long Island Alive! by Francine Silverman (2002)
"... past performers have included Branford Marsalis, thelonious monk and Lou Rawls. Tickets range from $22-$37. September Sands Point Preserve (see page 35) ..."

4. Wisdom for the Soul of Black Folk by Roderick (CON) Terry, Larry Chang (2007)
"thelonious monk, 1917-1982 ~ For, while the tale of how we suffer, and how we are delighted, and how we may triumph is never new, it always must be heard. ..."

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