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Klangfarben, Rhythmic Displacement, and Economy of Means: A Theoretical Study of the Works of Thelonious Monk

The purpose of this study is to investigate the theoretical causes of the stylistic results of both compositions and spontaneous improvisations of jazz pianist and composer Thelonious Monk. The specific topics chosen for analysis include Klangfarben (sound colors), rhythmic displacement (the relocation or complete removal of expected rhythmic events), and economy of means (the judicious use of silence, simplicity, and economy). All of the above topics are addressed with regard to the composer's… more

Date: December 1990

Creator: Kteily-O'Sullivan, Laila Rose

Item Type: Thesis or Dissertation

Partner: UNT Libraries

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["Jazz Funk at Piano" starring Kim Jordan, tape 1 of 2]

Video recording from The Black Academy of Arts and Letters recorded during the return of pianist Kim Jordan for the "Jazz Funk at Piano" live concert held on April 20th, 2001 at the Clarence Muse Café Theatre. The footage shows Jordan playing on piano accompanied by a small jazz ensemble.

Date: April 20, 2001

Duration: 1 hour 34 minutes 06 seconds

Creator: Jordan, Kim & King, Curtis

Item Type: Video

Location: 32.774281 -96.797546

Partner: UNT Libraries Special Collections

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["Poets N' Jazz #2" various poets, tape 1 of 2]

Video recording from The Black Academy of Arts and Letters recorded during the final of a poetry and jazz performance event on May 5th, 2005 at the Clarence Muse Cafe Theatre. The footage shows various poets performing original poetry on various topics such as love, strife, mental health, and memories. The audience is tasked with voting with their favorite at the beginning of the tape. Poets include A. J. Houston, Keith Ferguson, Black Paige, Lezlie Anthony, Alecia Ransom, and one other.

Date: May 5, 2006

Duration: 56 minutes 18 seconds