Embracing Dissonance: A Life in Bebop (2015)
This documentary focuses on multitalented musician and composer Joel Forrester in an exploration of his diverse musical talents and influences. Forrester recounts previously unknown aspects of the life of Thelonious Monk and the Jazz Baroness, Pannonica Rothschild. The film also explores bebop's origins in the Harlem jazz club Minton's, Forrester's work as a composer of African American church music, as an improv accompanist for silent movies, and as a teacher of jazz musical forms. Forrester's story plays out like a jazz tune: a strong theme runs through a series of improvisational changes, solo riffs, and ensemble resolutions to weave the fabric of a bebop life.
Director: David N. Gottlieb
Genre: Drama, History
Release Date: March 1, 2015
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Original Language: en
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Frequently Asked Questions
- What is Embracing Dissonance: A Life in Bebop about?
- This documentary focuses on multitalented musician and composer Joel Forrester in an exploration of his diverse musical talents and influences. Forrester recounts previously unknown aspects of the life of Thelonious Monk and the Jazz Baroness, Pannonica Rothschild. The film also explores bebop's origins in the Harlem jazz club Minton's, Forrester's work as a composer of African American church music, as an improv accompanist for silent movies, and as a teacher of jazz musical forms. Forrester's story plays out like a jazz tune: a strong theme runs through a series of improvisational changes, solo riffs, and ensemble resolutions to weave the fabric of a bebop life.
- Who directed Embracing Dissonance: A Life in Bebop?
- Embracing Dissonance: A Life in Bebop was directed by David N. Gottlieb.
- Who stars in Embracing Dissonance: A Life in Bebop?
- Embracing Dissonance: A Life in Bebop stars Joel Forrester, Claire Daly.
- What genre is Embracing Dissonance: A Life in Bebop?
- Embracing Dissonance: A Life in Bebop is a Drama, History film.