Thelonious Monk Septet - Monks Music '1987

Tracks list

Tracklist

01. Abide with Me (Lyte-Monk) - 0:55
02. Well, You Neednt (Monk) - 11:25
03. Ruby, My Dear (Monk) - 5:27
04. Off Minor (take 5) (Monk) - 5:09
05. Off Minor (take 4) (Monk) - 5:15
06. Epistrophy (Monk) - 10:47
07. Crepuscule with Nellie (take 6) (Monk) - 4:39
08. Crepuscule with Nellie (takes 4 and 5) (Monk) - 4:45

personnel : 

Thelonious Monk - piano
Ray Copeland - trumpet
Gigi Gryce - alto saxophone
Coleman Hawkins - tenor saxophone
John Coltrane - tenor saxophone
Wilbur Ware - double bass
Art Blakey - drums

Monks Music is often cited as one of the focal points of Thelonious Monks
six-year affiliation (1955-1961) with the Riverside label. Although the original
disc clocked in at slightly over 30 minutes, packed into that half hour are not
only the introduction of a few of Monks signature compositions, but also some
amazing interactions from the assembled ensemble. Joining Thelonious Monk
(piano) during these two recording sessions are Ray Copeland (trumpet), Gigi
Gryce (alto sax), Coleman Hawkins (tenor sax), John Coltrane (tenor sax), Wilbur
Ware (bass), and Art Blakey (drums). The true meaning of the albums title exists
beyond just Thelonious, as the opening sacred prelude, Abide With Me, was
written by William H. Monk. This brief piece features only the horn quartet,
foreshadowing their importance throughout the album. The angular stride style
featured during the chorus of Well You Neednt is tackled with the same nimble
authority as Monks completely unfettered solos. If his ability to swing and his
utilization of atomic clock accuracy have ever been questioned, the answer lies
no further. So utterly free and fantastic, certain passages command immediate
review to be fully comprehended. Hearing Coltrane and Hawkins together is
admittedly part of the charm in these sides. Ruby, My Dear is bathed in the
smoky essence of Hawkins rich textures and Coltranes playful cat-and-mouse
aggression. Blakey gently propels the rhythm, never getting in the way and
sporting a serene snare groove throughout. Off Minor is largely led by Monk,
with solos that follow into and out of the memorable chorus that sparkles with
the full involvement of the horn and rhythm sections. The same is true for this
definitive version of Epistrophy -- perhaps the zenith collaborative effort
between Coltrane and Monk. Additionally, Blakey is in top form, with a solo that
borders on spastic precision.~Lindsay Planer
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