Product details
- Label WaxTime
- Artist Thelonious Monk
- Series Jazz Classics
- Format 1LP
- Country Import
- Released Date 2011
- Genre Jazz
- Sealed Yes
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Brilliant Corners by Thelonious Monk featuring Sonny Rollins, Ernie Henry, Clark Terry.
Monk's unique angular style and harmonic concepts influencing a generation.
Musical Analysis:
Thelonious Monk leads with distinctive artistry, creating intricate interplay between musicians. Featuring Sonny Rollins, Ernie Henry, Clark Terry – each adding layers of complexity. The harmonic progressions and rhythm section showcase the evolution of jazz with spontaneous brilliance.
Album Story:
Recorded in 1956, the title track was so complex that Sonny Rollins, Max Roach, and Oscar Pettiford struggled through 25 takes without a complete performance. Producer Orrin Keepnews spliced together the best moments. Monk's angular compositions pushed musicians to their limits, capturing his genius and challenging nature.
Pressing Details:
Track B4 - BONUS TRACK: From the same session. Not on the original LP.
"I Surrender, Dear" is an unaccompanied piano solo.
All tracks recorded in New York.
A2, B1 & B4: October 9th, 1956; A1: October 15th, 1956;
B2-B3: December 7th, 1956.
Track Listing:
A1. Brilliant Corners
A2. Ba-Lue Bolivar Ba-Lues-Are
B1. Pannonica
B2. I Surrender, Dear
B3. Bemsha Swing
B4. Pannonica (Alt Tk)
Sound Quality:
Exceptional dynamic range captures every nuance – tight bass, warm midrange, crisp highs. High-quality pressing with excellent tracking and quiet surfaces.
Collector's Notes:
Essential for serious collectors – a piece of musical history with lasting value.
Artist: Thelonious Monk
Supporting Artists: Sonny Rollins, Ernie Henry, Clark Terry
Format: 1LP
Genre: Jazz
Label: WaxTime
Catalog Number: 771714
Series: Jazz Classics
Release Year: 2011
Country: Import
Condition: Sealed (New)
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