| Straight, No Chaser: The Life and Genius of Thelonious Monk Contributor(s): Gourse, Leslie (Author) |
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ISBN: 0825672295 ISBN-13: 9780825672293 Publisher: Music Sales OUR PRICE: $23.70 Product Type: Paperback - Other Formats Published: December 1998 Annotation: 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. |
| Additional Information |
| BISAC Categories: - Biography & Autobiography | Music - Biography & Autobiography | Cultural, Ethnic & Regional - General - Music | Genres & Styles - Blues |
| Dewey: B |
| LCCN: 97010509 |
| Physical Information: 0.85" H x 6.14" W x 9.21" (1.20 lbs) 360 pages |
| Themes: - Chronological Period - 20th Century - Ethnic Orientation - African American |
| Descriptions, Reviews, Etc. |
| Publisher Description: 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 50's and 60's who had to battle to overcome racism to make his mark as a musician. Beautifully illustrated with rare photos. |