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With John Coltrane

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Format: Thelonious Monk With John Coltrane


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Some miracles get broken up into small bits, leaving fate, circumstance and the right people at the right time to reconstruct them. That John Coltrane played with Thelonious Monk in 1957 remains one of those astounding miracles. The album contains three unforgettable tracks featuring Monk and Coltrane grooving away beautifully. "Ruby, My Dear" contains a mellow, lush feel suitable for sitting back, "Trinkle, Tinkle," a definitely interesting Monk- ish title, showcases Coltrane's insane chops and "Nutty," one of Monk's most beguilingly catchy tunes. Thelonious Monk and John Coltrane melded together inexplicably and created some of the most amazing tracks ever laid down in the name of jazz. The album contains 2 Bonus tracks.


Product Dimensions ‏ : ‎ 12.32 x 12.36 x 0.39 inches; 8.32 Ounces


Manufacturer ‏ : ‎ Vinyl Passion


Original Release Date ‏ : ‎ 2019


Date First Available ‏ : ‎ February 27, 2019


Label ‏ : ‎ Vinyl Passion


Number of discs ‏ : ‎ 1


Best Sellers Rank: #18,706 in CDs & Vinyl (See Top 100 in CDs & Vinyl) #1,426 in Jazz (CDs & Vinyl)


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Customer Reviews: 4.7 out of 5 stars 469 ratings


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    • Some of the most amazing tracks ever recorded in the name of jazz...
Some miracles get broken up into small bits, leaving fate, circumstance and the right people at the right time to reconstruct them. That John Coltrane played with Thelonious Monk in 1957 remains one of those astounding miracles. Only relatively recently did additional recordings of this precious collaboration come to light and see general release. In 1993, "Live at the Five Spot - Discovery!" appeared after years of obscurity. Also, the highly acclaimed "Thelonious Monk Quartet with John Coltrane at Carnegie Hall" turned up over a decade later. That such a masterpiece sat undiscovered for so long seems astonishing, if not utterly inconceivable. Sadly, many people who listened to Monk and Coltrane in the early 1960s, as they slowly rose to jazz prominence, probably never heard these incredible rediscovered recordings. Back then, in the different world of 1961, they at least had the jaw-dropping, but unfortunately all too brief, "Thelonious Monk with John Coltrane." Culled from different sessions in 1957, the small compilation supposedly attempted to capitalize on the rising popularity of both artists. Double billings of this magnitude rarely exist. Nonetheless, even these recording sat idle until mashed into this small album and finally released in 1961. Apparently, few people at the time found this a significant pairing. Today this obviously seems like an egregiously neglectful oversight, but at the time, of course, no one knew. Coltrane had not yet captured the full attention of the jazz scene and Monk still struggled with those who dismissed him as merely "weird." All of that changed in the interim between the recording of these tracks and their eventual release. Both artists now stand solidly as timeless masters of their genre. The album contains three unforgettable tracks featuring Monk and Coltrane grooving away beautifully. "Ruby, My Dear" contains a mellow, lush feel suitable for sitting back, listening and letting the mind wander where the music takes it. The song evokes Rainy days, the ones that have that perfect fresh fragrance as though the drops had cleansed and purified everything. As on all tracks featuring the two headliners, Coltrane's sax complements Monk's piano impeccably. The two weave in and out of each other almost as a single acoustic unity. "Trinkle, Tinkle," a definitely interesting Monk-ish title, showcases Coltrane's insane chops. Not to mention his ability to spew perfect smooth notes at any speed. His playing on this track swoops in dynamic loops in the manner of fireworks or a sine wave roller coaster. Monk gives Coltrane the entire foreground for a good portion of this piece. Even had the musical good sense to back off when appropriate. Monk's solo rolls from the dizzying sax almost as an inevitability. Soon the bass even gets a turn before the ensemble explodes back in to the main theme. Drums fill the gaps with expressive bursts. "Nutty," one of Monk's most beguilingly catchy tunes, really shows how much this pair could communicate. Coltrane's solo defies description as it soars and dips, glides and chirps. Arguably this stands as the best version of this ineffable song ever recorded. Two additional songs feature a full frontal ensemble that makes its presence known instantaneously. The first notes of "Off Minor" following a quick piano into erupt in stark contrast to the sparser arrangement of "Trinkle, Tinkle." Some full ensemble recordings of Monk's music struggle with the complexities of his harmonies and melodies. These come off amazingly well. Nothing seems really lost in the inevitable flattening that has to occur when translating this singular music into full ensemble. The main themes definitely come through loud and clear. A short and very tight version of "Epistrophy" uses the same arrangement to similar effect. In a rare turn of events, Monk doesn't take a solo. The final song showcases Monk's highly introspective inimitable solo piano style. His solo recordings have the uncanny ability to center the listener on some indistinct point that emanates from the playing. This creates a sort of day-dream state that can engulf the mind as the notes roll by. "Functional," an out-take from the mesmerizing "Thelonious Himself," released in 1957, requires a good listen for full appreciation. A cursory listen may result in dismissing this sprawling number as meandering or unfocused, but it really holds itself together in interesting ways upon deeper scrutiny. It soon takes hold and doesn't let go for the entire 9 minutes and 42 seconds. This incredible collection accompanied the beginning of Monk's rising reputation in jazz circles. Coltrane also found his voice and moved off in his own distinctive direction. Thankfully they found each other at this crucial juncture when they were still capable of collaborating. Someone also thankfully had the foresight to record it. Music history thanks them because for those few mystical months in 1957, Thelonious Monk and John Coltrane melded together inexplicably and created some of the most amazing tracks ever laid down in the name of jazz. ... show more
Reviewed in the United States 🇺🇸 on February 17, 2016 by ewomack
    • Happy 60th Birthday!
Tomorrow is the 60th birthday of this album's recording. I'm listening to it on my PC while I'm waiting for the vinyl. I could listen to it all day instead of the news, and it's now part of the library I can listen to in our car. But there's still too much great jazz vinyl that's not available for downloading. ... show more
Reviewed in the United States 🇺🇸 on October 14, 2021 by Steven P. Unger
    • Essential for Monk/Coltrane lovers
The music on this 1957 recording is wonderful. The interactions between Monk and Coltrane are sublime, and their solos are amazing. The almost 10 minute Monk piano solo, “Functional,” is worth the price of admission alone. The recording/remastering is not the best. The vinyl I received has a minor warp at the edge which, fortunately, does not interfere with playback on my system...hence, the 4 star rating. It would be helpful if Amazon would list the source material and remastering technique and location for those of us looking for the most pristine vinyl/analog sound we can get. Unfortunately, we live in an age where the vinyl comeback is largely poorly executed, and the superior pressings are out of the reach of many enthusiasts. So... it’s this or rummage the used bins at local record stores endlessly for decent copies (long shots usually). Overall, this is essential listening for any Monk and/or Coltrane fan. ... show more
Reviewed in the United States 🇺🇸 on September 23, 2019 by philip e foster
    • Enjoyable!
Monk’s playing is more refined on this session, as if he may have put in more time preparing to record with legendary saxophonist. Same goes for Coltrane. His playing is a bit more subdued, as well. The result is, to my ears, a very enjoyable listen to another side of two of the very best!
Reviewed in the United States 🇺🇸 on May 24, 2021 by Robert Clark
    • Great music, stingy cd
This is an essential jazz recording of two great great musicians who made something very special happen together! But this cd only contains the small amount of music that is on the the original LP. The re-release also passes up a chance to fix a bizarre choice that was made on the LP, namely to include an alternate take of "Well You Needn't" on which Coleman Hawkins, rather than Coltrane, solos. (Hawk is, of course, awesome but this is supposed to be a Monk and Coltrane album, no?) The version of this tune with the Coltrane solo is on the wonderful "Monk's Music" album but it's weird to use a Mont-Trane album to release the Hawk version. Also, I believe there were at least a couple of other Monk-Trane Riverside cuts that could have been included on this disc. There's room for plenty more. It's a very stingy offering for the CD format. If you want only one Monk-Coltrane cd get the Carnegie Hall concert - there's a lot more music on it and it's great. That said, this music is priceless. ... show more
Reviewed in the United States 🇺🇸 on May 16, 2012 by Josquin DesPrez
    • Classic
A must in your collection if you like classic Jazz
Reviewed in the United States 🇺🇸 on October 28, 2021 by Amazon Customer
    • 2 Together for 1/2 Year
Review based on standard LP. The great jazz pianist Theloious Monk with 2 back up bands with solos from the sax master himself John Coltrane. Recorded in 1957 reveals a lack of upfrontness & separation from better mastered recordings. The 2 backup bands of Wilbur Ware on bass & 'Shadow' Wilson on drums verus Coleman Hawkins on tenor sax, Gigi Gryce on alto sax, Ray Copland on trumpet, Wilbur Ware on bass, & Art Blakey on drums are center stage with Monk on piano, with the sax solos mostly from the left channel. Songs are abit modern & abstract to a minor degree compared to Jazz standards with jumpy rhythms & fast runs. A must for any late 1950's to early 1960's jazz lover. ... show more
Reviewed in the United States 🇺🇸 on September 14, 2013 by PhiloX
    • Good
Good but it’s just the record, no booklet, no fine cover, just the plain carton sleeve and the paper envelope cover!
Reviewed in the United States 🇺🇸 on March 22, 2020 by gerardo navarro

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