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1. LIGHT BLUE
2. COMING ON THE HUDSON
3. RHYTHM-A-NING
4. EPISTROPHY (THEME)
5. BLUE MONK
6. EVIDENCE
7. EPISTROPHY (THEME) |
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1 |
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180g |
| | Description: | Thelonious In Action by Thelonious Monk, released 7 June 2024, includes the following tracks: "Rhythm-A-Ning", "Blue Monk", "Epistrophy (Theme)" and more.
This version of Thelonious In Action comes as a 1xLP.
The vinyl is pressed as a opaque disc. - 180GDespite various reissue formats over several decades, the seven original LPs contained in Thelonious Monk - The Riverside Tenor Sessions stood perfectly well on their own at the time of initial release and remain among the highest achievements of a truly golden age. Recorded and released between 1956 and 1961, these seven Monk combo albums were critical in Monk's emergence from a decade of ridicule and neglect to his status at the pinnacle of the jazz pantheon.For Thelonious in Action, Monk recorded live at the Five Spot Cafe in the Bowery neighborhood of Manhattan on August 7, 1958, at the same sessions that produced Misterioso. One of New York's most celebrated jazz rooms, the Five Spot is where Monk first emerged into the spotlight. With him on this date was tenor saxophonist Johnny Griffin, drummer Roy Haynes, and bassist Ahmed Abdul-Malik. They created two highly memorable in-performance albums (of which this is the first) of classic Monk repertoire.From the moment Monk's fingers touch the keys on the opening track, 'Light Blue, ' the listener is transported into a world of musical virtuosity and improvisational brilliance. Monk leads the quartet through a series of electrifying performances that are as daring as they are captivating.In addition to some of his best recorded piano performances and more than two dozen of his profoundly personal compositions, the albums in this reissue series provide an overview of the era's major tenor saxophonists, with contributions by Sonny Rollins, Coleman Hawkins, John Coltrane, Johnny Griffin, Charlie Rouse and Harold Land. Max Roach, Art Blakely, Roy Haynes and Thad Jones are among the other jazz immortals featured on the essential Brilliant Corners, Monk's Music: Thelonious Monk Septet, Thelonious Monk and John Coltrane, Thelonious in Action, Misterioso, 5 by Monk by 5 and Quartet Plus Two At The Blackhawk.Thelonious Monk - Thelonious In ActionOne of seven standout Thelonious Monk albums from the Riverside Records catalog!Reissued on 180-gram vinyl by Analogue Productions!Mastered AAA by Kevin Gray from the original analog master tapePressed at Quality Record PressingsTracklist:Side A1. Light Blue2. Coming On The Hudson3. Rhythm-a-ning4. Epistrophy (theme)Side B1. Blue Monk2. Evidence3. Epistrophy (theme)Breakout from https://www.discogs.com/release/30505150-Thelonious-Monk-The-Riverside-Tenor-Sessions boxset with a matte, tip-on single-pocket jacket."Thelonious In Action" is a classic live LP by the legendary jazz pianist and composer Thelonious Monk, released by Original Jazz Classics. Recorded at New York?s iconic Five Spot Café in 1958, this album captures Monk at the height of his creative powers, performing with an exceptional quartet featuring Johnny Griffin on tenor saxophone. The setlist includes both original compositions and inventive renditions of jazz standards, showcasing Monk's unique rhythmic approach and innovative harmonies. This release stands as a testament to Monk's enduring influence on modern jazz.
Thelonious Monk was one of the most influential figures in twentieth-century music. Known for his distinctive improvisational style and complex compositions like "Round Midnight" and "Blue Monk," he helped shape bebop and left an indelible mark on generations of musicians. His work has earned him numerous accolades, including induction into the Grammy Hall of Fame.
Original Jazz Classics is renowned for its dedication to preserving essential recordings from jazz history. With meticulous remastering processes and high-quality pressings, OJC ensures that listeners experience these timeless albums as they were meant to be heard?making them a trusted name among audiophiles and collectors worldwide. | | | Manufacturer No.: |
753088019012 |
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