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Cecil Taylor

Known For: Acting
Birthday: 1933-03-15
Place of Birth: New York City, New York, USA
Also Known As: Cecil Percival 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.