This performance, a mixture of Monk originals and interpretations of standards, showcases Monk at his prime: full of avantgarde flair and wit, but always with a swinging feel that explains his title as the 'High Priest of Bebop'. The music was recorded live in Copenhagen in 1963 at the peak of the pianist's career. A year later he was to feature on the cover of TIME magazine, one of only for 4 Jazz artists ever to do so.

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Lineup:
Thelonious Monk piano
Charlie Rouse tenor saxophone
John Ore double bass
Frankie Dunlop drums

Tracklisting:
00:00 ByeYa
09:42 Nutty
19:15 I'm Getting Sentimental Over You
28:02 Body and Soul
33:47 Monk's Dream


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