Thelonious Monk - Brilliant Corners 1LP

Artist: 
Thelonious Monk
$35.99

Concord, 1957

Thelonious Monk was considered one of the most challenging, provocative and disturbing figures in modern music. His music was regarded as difficult to listen to and understand, causing many fans initially to shy away from trying to dig Monk. This album helped remedy that problem. “Brilliant Corners,” an album of mostly self-penned numbers, is one of his greatest recordings. While still not casual listening, its pure brilliance and vitality can reach just about any listener.

Tracklist

Side A

  1. Brilliant Corners
  2. Ba-lue Bolivar Ba-lues-are

 

Side B

  1. Pannonica
  2. I Surrender, Dear
  3. Bemsha Swing

Credits

Recorded - December 1956, New York

  • Thelonious Monk - piano, celeste
  • Ernie Henry - alto saxophone
  • Sonny Rollins - tenor saxophone
  • Oscar Pettiford - double bass
  • Max Roach - drums, timpani
  • Clark Terry - trumpet
  • Paul Chambers - double bass