Cecil Taylor

Born: 1933-03-15

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.


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Cecil Taylor: All The Notes

as Himself
Released: 2005-01-01

Cecil Taylor was the grand master of free jazz piano. "All the Notes" captures in breezy fashion...

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Imagine the Sound

as Self
Released: 1981-08-24

An examination, shown through both interviews and performances, of the avant-garde free jazz...

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The Great Rehearsals: Cecil Taylor in Paris

as uncredited
Released: 1968-07-28

French television documentary about Cecil Taylor.

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