Product details
- Label Prestige
- Artist Thelonious Monk Trio
- Format 1LP
- Country United States
- Released Date 2023
- Genre Jazz
- Sealed Yes
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Thelonious Monk Trio by Thelonious Monk Trio.
Monk's unique angular style and harmonic concepts influencing a generation.
Musical Analysis:
Thelonious Monk Trio leads with distinctive artistry, creating intricate interplay between musicians. The harmonic progressions and rhythm section showcase the evolution of jazz with spontaneous brilliance.
Album Story:
"Thelonious Monk Trio," released in 1954 on Prestige Records, is not just an album; it's a transformative experience that revolutionized the landscape of jazz. This collection features the brilliant interplay between Monk's idiosyncratic piano style, which redefines the rhythms and harmonies of jazz, and his trio mates, bassist Larry Gales and drummer Ben Riley, who bring an infectious energy that propels each track forward. With tracks like "Round Midnight" and "Blue Monk," listeners are treated to Monk's unmatched ability to weave complex melodic lines with unexpected dissonances, all anchored by the tight, swinging foundation of the trio. The album encapsulates the essence of cool jazz while maintaining an avant-garde edge, making it a compelling listen for both seasoned jazz aficionados and newcomers alike.
What makes "Thelonious Monk Trio" stand out is not just its innovative sound but also its emotional depth. Each song is a journey through the mind of one of jazz's greatest figures, showcasing
Pressing Details:
Track Listing:
A1. Blue Monk
A2. Just A Gigolo
A3. Bemsha Swing
A4. Reflections
B1. Little Rootie Tootie
B2. Sweet And Lovely
B3. Bye-Ya
B4. Monk's Dream
B5. Trinkle Tinkle
B6. These Foolish Things
Credits:
Gary Mapp - Bass (A3 to B6)
Percy Heath - Bass (A1, A2)
Art Blakey - Drums (A1, A2, B1 to B4)
Max Roach - Drums (A3, A4, B5, B6)
Rudy Van Gelder - Engineer
Ira Gitler - Liner Notes
Thelonious Monk - Piano
Bob Weinstock - Producer [Supervision]
Notes:
Recorded in Hackensack, NJ; October 15, 1952 (B1 to B4) and December 18, 1952 (A3, A4, B5, B6); September 22, 1954 (A1, A2).
Made in U.S.A. (rear sleeve)
Title on front and back cover: Thelonious Monk
Catalog number LP 7027 on front cover.
Catalog number P-7027 in parentheses on spine, back cover, labels.
Catalog number OJC-010 on spine, back cover, labels.
Track publishers:
A1, B1, B3 to B5: Thelonious Music-BMI
A2: Alamo Music-ASCAP
A3: Bayes Music-BMI
A4: Thelonious-BMI
B2: Anne-Rachel Music/Robbins Music-ASCAP
B6: Bourne Music-ASCAP
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:
Prestige captured essential jazz sessions with authentic spontaneity. Essential for serious collectors – a piece of musical history with lasting value.
Artist: Thelonious Monk Trio
Format: 1LP
Genre: Jazz
Label: Prestige
Catalog Number: LP 7027
Release Year: 2023
Country: United States
Condition: Sealed (New)
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