Charles Mingus
This celebrity goo was created by player Steve West.
Scott Hardie made minor changes to the explanation provided by Steve.
This goo was worth a point in September 2023.
publication date: Monday, September 11, 2023 (part of September 2023)
category: 
Music
clue: Considered one of the greatest musicians of his genre, ALS eventually made it impossible for him to play his favored instrument.
explanation: Charles Mingus is considered one of the greatest jazz musicians in history. A skilled pianist, composer, and bandleader, he was most known for his talent playing the upright bass. After developing ALS, his formidable technique declined. He died at age 56. more…
intended difficulty: hard
solved by: Russ Wilhelm and Scott Hardie
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