Originally composed by in 1944, "'Round Midnight" is widely considered one of the most significant and frequently recorded pieces in the jazz canon.
: The film won the Academy Award for Best Original Score , composed by Herbie Hancock , who also appeared in the film. round_midnight
: The piece often departs from standard swing rhythms, utilizing subtle tempo fluctuations that allow performers to inject personal expression and atmospheric quality into the performance. The 1986 Feature Film Originally composed by in 1944, "'Round Midnight" is
: Struggling with substance abuse in New York, Turner travels to Paris to play at the Le Blue Note jazz club. There, he is befriended by a French graphic designer named Francis, who helps him regain his footing and personal connections. The 1986 Feature Film : Struggling with substance
: The song is a slow, bluesy ballad known for its complex harmonic structure and "rubato" opening, which leads into a dramatic climax.
Directed by , the film 'Round Midnight is a wistful, tragic portrait of a jazz musician's life in 1950s Paris.
: Dexter Gordon stars as Dale Turner , a character based on a composite of jazz legends Lester Young and Bud Powell . Gordon was nominated for an Academy Award for Best Actor for his performance.