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thelonious sphere monk

 

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Noun thelonious sphere monk has 1 sense
  1. Monk, Thelonious Monk, Thelonious Sphere Monk - United States jazz pianist who was one of the founders of the bebop style (1917-1982)
    --1 is a kind of jazz musician, jazzman

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Term: Thelonious Sphere Monk

Description:

Thelonious Sphere Monk, often known as Thelonious Monk, was an American jazz pianist and composer. He was one of the pioneers of bebop style music and known for his unique and unorthodox playing techniques. Monk's compositions are characterized by their dissonant harmonies and complex rhythms, making him one of the most influential jazz musicians of all time.

Senses and Usages:

Sense 1: Proper Noun

Thelonious Sphere Monk refers to the individual himself.

Example sentence: Thelonious Sphere Monk's improvisational skills on the piano were unmatched.

Sense 2: Noun

The term can also be used to refer to the body of work produced by Thelonious Monk.

Example sentence: I love listening to Thelonious Monk's albums, especially "Monk's Dream".

Sense 3: Adjective

The adjective form "Thelonious Monk" describes something relating to or characteristic of Thelonious Monk or his musical style.

Example sentence: The band played a Thelonious Monk-like melody, with dissonant chords and unpredictable rhythms.

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