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- Nearly as well known as his ambitious music was Mingus' often fearsome temperament, which earned him the nickname "The Angry Man of Jazz." His refusal to compromise his musical integrity led to many onstage explosions, though it has been argued that his temper also grew from a need to vent frustration.
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Jun 7, 2021 · Bandleader Charles Mingus was a notable jazz musician of the mid-twentieth century. He helped pioneer the concept of collective improvisation.
Mar 1, 2002 · This biography leaves no doubt that Charles Mingus was a major figure in the history of jazz and American music. He was a bassist without peer, a seminal influence on contemporary musicians, and the leader of a number of legendary jazz workshops, combos, and big bands.
- Gene Santoro
- 2000
Apr 14, 2023 · Mingus was a self-described “jazz political activist”. Through efforts such as his Debut record label and the Jazz Composers Workshop, Mingus sought ways to take control of his music and to make space for other musicians who deserved the chance to be heard, showing how much jazz is a collective and individual effort.
Nov 1, 2000 · As Santoro elucidates in one of many perceptive observations: “For Charles Mingus Jr., the neurotic contradictions of American racism were personal—highly personal. Paradox was at the heart of his darkness. He talked about it endlessly, not always coherently, at times thoughtfully, often provocatively.
Jan 15, 2002 · It’s noteworthy because mercurial Mingus (1922-1979), gave the impression of being someone much larger. Through sheer force of personality, he was able to dominate any ensemble he was in. Jazz’s most distinctive composer after Duke Ellington, Mingus was a gargantuan figure in every other respect.
Nov 29, 2001 · Of black, white, and Asian descent, Mingus made race a central issue in his life as well as a crucial aspect of his music, becoming an outspoken (and often misunderstood) critic of racial...
Mar 30, 2022 · Casting even a cursory eye over the historic sweep of Mr Mingus’ work provides many clues to his compositional greatness – and suggests that he took the lessons learned from The Duke to the next level of music.
