Thelonious Monk Trio

by Thelonious Monk

Thelonious Monk Trio cover art
  • Type: Album
  • Released: 1954
  • Label: Prestige
  • Country: United States
  • Length: 16:32
  • Community rating: 4.55/5 from 5 ratings

Artists on this release: Art Blakey, Percy Heath

Album Notes & Community Reviews

A classic trio session that features some of Monk's most famous compositions, including the definitive version of 'Blue Monk.' The album is a masterclass in rhythmic displacement and melodic genius.

Genres

Descriptors: piano, classic, bluesy, minimal, elegant

Tracklist

  1. Blue Monk (7:38)
  2. Just a Gigolo (2:59)
  3. Bemsha Swing (3:09)
  4. Reflections (2:46)

Credits

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