Charles Mingus
1922 - 1979
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Biography
Charles Mingus was an American jazz double bassist, composer, bandleader, and pianist. He is considered one of the greatest jazz musicians and composers in history. Mingus was known for his innovative and powerful bass playing, as well as his boundary-pushing compositions that blended elements of blues, gospel, classical music, and avant-garde jazz. His music often featured complex harmonies, unique arrangements, and a strong sense of emotional depth. Mingus's career was marked by both critical acclaim and controversy, as he struggled with racism, censorship, and health issues throughout his life.
Famous Quotes (5)
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Creativity is more than just being different. Anybody can plan weird; that's easy. What's hard is to be as simple as Bach. Making the simple, awesomely simple, that's creativity.
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Anyone can make the simple complicated. Creativity is making the complicated simple.
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You can't improvise on nothing, man; you've got to improvise on something.
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I'm just as stubborn as a mule, and I don't give up.
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Making the simple complicated is commonplace; making the complicated simple, awesomely simple, that's creativity.