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Portrait of Thelonious Monk, Howard McGhee, Roy Eldridge, and Teddy...Minton's Playhouse, N.Y. 1947 Creator: William Paul Gottlieb
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Portrait of Thelonious Monk, Howard McGhee, Roy Eldridge, and Teddy...Minton's Playhouse, N.Y. 1947 Creator: William Paul Gottlieb
Portrait of Thelonious Monk, Howard McGhee, Roy Eldridge, and Teddy Hill, Minton's Playhouse, New York, N.Y. ca. Sept. 1947
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This photograph, taken by renowned jazz photographer William Paul Gottlieb in September 1947, captures a moment of camaraderie and joy among four legendary figures of the Harlem jazz scene. The portrait features Thelonious Monk, a pioneering figure in modern jazz piano, alongside trumpeters Howard McGhee and Roy Eldridge, and bandleader Teddy Hill. The scene unfolds outside of Minton's Playhouse, a historic jazz club located in Manhattan, New York City. The image exudes the spirit of the golden age of jazz, with the men dressed in fashionable attire of the 1940s. Monk dons a crisp shirt and tie, while McGhee and Eldridge wear stylish jackets and hats. Hill, the suave bandleader, completes the ensemble with a dapper suit and fedora. The group's laughter and relaxed demeanor convey the sense of camaraderie and shared love for music that defined the Harlem jazz scene. The photograph is a testament to the rich cultural heritage of jazz music in America and the friendships that were forged in the vibrant jazz clubs of Harlem. It is a poignant reminder of the pivotal role that Minton's Playhouse played in the development of modern jazz and the lives of these iconic musicians. This image is a must-have for any jazz enthusiast or collector of American cultural history.
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