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Thelonious Monk’s Personality on Full View in New Release

The 1963 Tokyo performance captures Monk’s humor, not to mention his amazing sense of melody, harmony, and rhythm. In addition to the album, footage is available for viewing on YouTube.

Thelonious Monk, 'The Classic Quartet' cover, detail.
Thelonious Monk, 'The Classic Quartet' cover, detail. Via Candid Records

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