Cecil Taylor

    Cecil Taylor

    March 15, 1933 (91 years old) in New York City, New York, USA

    Cecil Percival Taylor was an American pianist and poet. Taylor was classically trained and was one of the pioneers of free jazz. His music is characterized by an energetic, physical approach, resulting in complex improvisation often involving tone clusters and intricate polyrhythms.

    Known For

    Imagine the SoundImagine the Sound
    Cecil Taylor: All The NotesCecil Taylor: All The Notes
    Leo Records: Strictly for Our FriendsLeo Records: Strictly for Our Friends
    Sunny's Time NowSunny's Time Now
    Cecil e l'InstabileCecil e l'Instabile

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