Some notable jazz pianist/keyboardist composers include Thelonious Monk, Duke Ellington, Bill Evans, Herbie Hancock, McCoy Tyner, and Chick Corea. Thelonious Monk was a unique pianist and composer whose music was characterized by dissonant harmonies and unusual melodies. Duke Ellington was a prolific composer and pianist whose music blended jazz, classical, and popular styles. Bill Evans was a sensitive and introspective pianist whose harmonies and melodic lines were influential on the jazz scene. Herbie Hancock is a versatile pianist and composer who has explored many different styles throughout his career. McCoy Tyner was known for his powerful and percussive playing style and his work with John Coltrane’s quartet. Chick Corea was a virtuosic pianist and composer who incorporated elements of jazz, classical, and world music into his compositions.
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- “Thelonious Monk.” Encyclopædia Britannica. Encyclopædia Britannica, Inc., n.d. Web. 13 Apr. 2023.
- “Duke Ellington.” Encyclopædia Britannica. Encyclopædia Britannica, Inc., n.d. Web. 13 Apr. 2023.
- “Bill Evans.” Encyclopædia Britannica. Encyclopædia Britannica, Inc., n.d. Web. 13 Apr. 2023.
- “Herbie Hancock.” Encyclopædia Britannica. Encyclopædia Britannica, Inc., n.d. Web. 13 Apr. 2023.
- “McCoy Tyner.” Encyclopædia Britannica. Encyclopædia Britannica, Inc., n.d. Web. 13 Apr. 2023.
- “Chick Corea.” Encyclopædia Britannica. Encyclopædia Britannica, Inc., n.d. Web. 13 Apr. 2023.
