Proper noun
Mingus (plural Minguses)
A surname.
Charles Mingus considered this version of "Lover Man" to be among Parker's greatest recordings, despite its flaws. citation Nevertheless, Parker hated the recording and never forgave Ross Russell for releasing it. Source: Internet
After Terry Burns, his half-brother, introduced him to modern jazz, his enthusiasm for players like Charles Mingus and John Coltrane led his mother to give him a plastic alto saxophone in 1961; he was soon receiving lessons from a local musician. Source: Internet
As a performer, Mingus was a pioneer in double bass technique, widely recognized as one of the instrument's most proficient players. Source: Internet
As Mingus explained in his liner notes: "I was born swinging and clapped my hands in church as a little boy, but I've grown up and I like to do things other than just swing. Source: Internet
A popular trio of Mingus, Red Norvo and Tal Farlow in 1950 and 1951 received considerable acclaim, but Mingus's race caused problems with club owners and he left the group. Source: Internet
Beginning in his teen years, Mingus was writing quite advanced pieces; many are similar to Third Stream because they incorporate elements of classical music. Source: Internet