Cecil Taylor

Biography

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.

Known For

Imagine the Sound

as Self

Sunny's Time Now

as Self

The Great Rehearsals: Cecil Taylor in Paris

Cecil Taylor: All The Notes

as Himself

Art Ensemble of Chicago and Cecil Taylor, Live in Paris

Cecil e l'Instabile

as Self

Leo Records: Strictly for Our Friends

as Self (archive footage)