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Charles Mingus was born on this date- (Original Post)
Dyedinthewoolliberal
Apr 2020
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ProfessorGAC
(76,132 posts)1. Where's His Hat?
Seems like every picture I've ever seen of him he was wearing a short brimmed fedora or bucket.
I don't think I've ever seen a pic of him hatless!
Very fine crafter of songs. He was pretty accomplished on the piano, too. So, were Diz & Miles.
Vinnie From Indy
(10,820 posts)2. Happy B-Day Charlie!
Big Fan!
if..fish..had..wings
(874 posts)3. Love him
I was lucky enough to see him perform live, twice.
Celerity
(54,002 posts)4. ♥♥♥♥♥ Charles Mingus - Hobo Ho

