From the 1997 documentary “Triumph of the Underdog,” Sue Mingus discusses the genesis of her relationship with Charles Mingus and the journey of "Mingus at Monterey," along with other independent original albums released through Charles Mingus Enterprises. John Handy, who played saxophone on the album, discusses the impact of the music. After many years out of print, "Mingus at Monterey" has been remastered and made available again on vinyl, CD, and digital platforms. Stream "Monterey" or order

"I am Charles Mingus — a famed jazz musician — but not famed enough to make a living in the society that is America." - #charlesmingus #mingus #blackmusicmonth Music & film: November 1966, Lennie's-On-The-Turnpike, Peabody, Mass., from "Mingus: Charlie Mingus 1968" dir. Thomas Reichman | Charles Mingus

"Mingus At Monterey" - A tour-de-force live performance from the 1964 Monterey Jazz Festival, out of print for more than 40 years. #charlesmingus #mingus Experience Mingus in his top form and at the height of his powers. Restored and remastered under the direct supervision of Jazz Workshop Inc, by five-time Grammy winner Michael Graves. Pre-order the exclusive clear color vinyl double LP and listen to "Take The A Train" now: https://minguscharles.lnk.to/mingusatmontereyFO | Charles Mingus

"The Pledge of Allegiance" according to Charles Mingus 📽️: An excerpt from the Charles Mingus the 1968 documentary film directed by Thomas Reichman #jazzisdead | Jazz Is Dead

Charles Mingus bass solo, 1968 📽️: The opening scene from Mingus: Charlie Mingus, a documentary film directed by Thomas Reichman, #jazzisdead | Jazz Is Dead

The music Charles Mingus and his group recorded during his 1960 sessions for Candid Records produced three of the era's most revered jazz albums. Shop the Charles Mingus Candid Records collection now, which includes these three recordings - 'Charles Mingus Presents Charles Mingus', 'Newport Rebels', and 'Charles Mingus' - in addition to 'Reincarnations' the all-new companion piece to 'Incarnations'. Shop 20% off on the Candid Records Black Friday sale now: https://Candid.lnk.to/mingusbundleFO |