Charles Mingus
Charles Mingus was a renowned American jazz double bassist, composer, and bandleader. He is best known for his innovative compositions and influential performances in the jazz genre. His career spanned several decades, during which he earned a reputation as a powerful and expressive musician known... Read More
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| 2020 |
Billie‘Lady Day’ was one of the greatest jazz vocalists the world ever heard. In 1971, journalist Linda Lipnack Kuehl set... |
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| 2020 |
Mingus ErectusMusic can change the lives of those who listen to it. This was the case for author Noël Balen, who... |
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| 2008 |
Charles Mingus Quintet - Live in Berlin 1972Joe Gardner, trumpet; Hamiet Bluiett, baritone sax & clarinet; John Foster, piano; Charles Mingus, bass; Roy Brooks, drums. Cat Anderson,... |
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| 2007 |
Jazz Icons: Charles Mingus Live in '64Charles Mingus showcases three exceptional concerts performed in April 1964 featuring his most celebrated lineup--Jaki Byard (piano), Dannie Richmond (drums),... |
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| 2005 | Himself | ||
| 2001 |
JazzJazz is a ten part series that explores the evolution – and the genius – of America’s greatest original art... |
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| 1997 |
Charles Mingus: Triumph of the UnderdogDon McGlynn's uncompromising and soulful documentary look at the tumultuous life of musician and rebel Charles Mingus is fascinating stuff.... |
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| 1991 |
Last DateA documentary about the weeks leading up to the early death of jazz legend Eric Dolphy. Centered around his last... |
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| 1990 |
Charles Mingus: EpitaphConductor Gunther Schuller leads 30 renowned musicians in this spectacular world-premiere performance of Charles Mingus's epic composition, "Epitaph," filmed at... |
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| 1975 |
Charles Mingus: Live at Montreux 1975Charles Mingus was one of the greatest jazz bassists of all time, but most of all he was an innovative... |
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| 1968 |
The Dick Cavett ShowThe Dick Cavett Show has been the title of several talk shows hosted by Dick Cavett on various television networks. |
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| 1968 |
Mingus: Charlie Mingus 1968A close-up of bass player and composer Charlie Mingus as he and his five-year-old daughter await eviction by the City... |
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| 1964 |
You’re Nobody Till Somebody Loves YouDescription by D.A Pennebaker: "This movie is something of a mystery. Timothy Leary was getting married to a model named... |
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| 1964 |
Charles Mingus SextetLive in Norway at University Hall, University Of Oslo, April 12, 1964 |
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| 1962 |
All Night LongOver the course of one eventful evening, the anniversary celebration of the musical and romantic partners Aurelius Rex and Delia... |
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Got a question about Charles Mingus?
Some of Mingus's most famous works include 'Mingus Ah Um' and 'The Black Saint and the Sinner Lady', both regarded as masterpieces in jazz music.
Mingus received several awards during his career, including a Grammy Award for Best Jazz Performance in 1970 for his album 'Mingus' and a posthumous Grammy Lifetime Achievement Award in 1999.
Mingus's first major album was 'Pithecanthropus Erectus', released in 1956, which showcased his innovative approach to jazz composition.
The album 'Mingus Ah Um' is often considered Mingus's most successful work, featuring classic tracks such as 'Better Get Hit in Your Soul' and 'Goodbye Pork Pie Hat'.
Mingus had a profound impact on jazz, influencing countless musicians with his unique style that blended elements of blues, classical music, and avant-garde jazz.
Charles Mingus's estimated net worth was around 5 million USD at the time of his passing in 1979, reflecting his successful music career.
Mingus led several notable bands throughout his career, including the Charles Mingus Jazz Workshop, which featured prominent jazz musicians and allowed for collaborative experimentation.
Mingus was known for his aggressive and passionate style of playing the double bass, often incorporating complex rhythms and harmonies into his performances.