"The Thelonious Monk Orchestra at Town Hall" is the perfect entry point for any first-time listener…
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Thelonious Alone in San Francisco – Thelonious Monk
This oft-forgotten solo piano showcase is another reminder why Thelonious Monk was the most singular jazz…
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Thelonious in Action | Album Review
Album review of Thelonious in Action, a 1958 live LP by Thelonious Monk. Grade: A-
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Thelonious Himself
Thelonious Himself provides an intimate setting for Monk to paint some of his moodiest pictures. Grade:…
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Mulligan Meets Monk
One of Thelonious Monk's minor collaborations; one of Gerry Mulligan's major works. Grade: A-
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Song of the Day: “Honeysuckle Rose”
Song of the Day: "Honeysuckle Rose" by Thelonious Monk
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The Unique Thelonious Monk
Ironically, "The Unique Thelonious Monk" is unique in the fact that it is conventional. Grade: A
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Thelonious Monk continued his hot streak into 1955
Reviews of two Thelonious Monk LPs from 1955.
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Monk and Powell: Jazz Pianists in 1954
A look at two albums from two all-time jazz greats.
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