Monk

Thelonious Monk

Found in a rubbish skip, there is nothing trashy about this newlydiscovered live recording of seminal jazz pianist Monk, accompanied by his quartet at a show in 1963.

The listener is transported back to a smoky jazz bar as they’re treated to the explorative playing of saxophonist Charlie Rouse, the wispy cymbal of

Frankie Dunlop, wandering bass of

John Ore and

Monk’s unique improvisations on the piano.

OUR VERDICT 8/10