Monk Montgomery

Monk Montgomery Monk Montgomery American jazz bassist (1921–1982) William Howard "Monk" Montgomery (October 10, 1921 – May 20, 1982)[1] was an American jazz bassist. He was a pioneer of the electric bass guitar and possibly the first to be recorded playing the instrument when he participated in a 1953 session released on The Art Farmer Septet. He was the brother of jazz guitarist Wes Montgomery and vibraphonist Buddy Montgomery. Quick facts Background information, Born ... Monk Montgomery Montgomery in Norway, 1953 Background information Born William Howard Montgomery (1921-10-10)October 10, 1921 Indianapolis, Indiana, United States Died May 20, 1982(1982-05-20) (aged 60) Las Vegas, Nevada Genres Jazz Occupation Musician Instruments Bass guitar, double bass Years active 1950s–1970s Labels Chisa, Philadelphia International Close…

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