Thelonious Monk’s Death – Cause and Date
The pianist Thelonious Monk died at the age of 64. Here is all you want to know, and more!
Biography - A Short Wiki
One of America’s most influential jazz artists, he was known as the High Priest of Bebop, a musical genre he pioneered.
He married Nellie Monk in 1947. They had two children together.
Quotes
"“I don’t know what other people are doing – I just know about me.” (Thelonious Monk)
"“All musicians are subconsciously mathematicians.” (Thelonious Monk)
"“Everybody in all countries tries to play jazz.” (Thelonious Monk)
"“I never though much about race.” (Thelonious Monk)
"“I’d go stupid collecting and counting my money.” (Thelonious Monk)