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Di Martino Plays Thelonious Monk!
John Di Martino, composer, arranger, pianist, has recorded many CD’s forVenus Records with his “Romantic Jazz Trio”. Noted for his versatility, John hasperformed and recorded with such notables as Kenny Burrell, James Moody, JoeLovano, David “Fat Head” Newman, Pat Martino, Paquito D’Rivera and HoustonPerson.
“Of the 70 published Monk compositions, two dozen or so are performed moreoften than the rest. With that thought in mind, it is more difficult for apianist to break new ground on a record date, though Di Martino has a few twistsin store. Monk’s “Epistrophy” alternates between an intense staccato attack anda straight-ahead bop groove. “‘Round Midnight” is easily Monk’s best-known work;Di Martino doesn’t overly attempt to stretch the boundaries of its theme, butimprovises thoughtfully while maintaining the essence of its haunting melody.The fun romp through “Well, You Needn’t” contrasts with the relaxed setting of”Eronel.” Di Martino’s lyrical title track is a tribute to Monk and (presumably)Japanese novelist Haruki Murakami, an enjoyable piece that doesn’t attempt tomimic Monk’s writing style.” – Ken Dryden, All About Jazz
Features:
Super Audio CD
SACD Stereo SACD Layer
This Single-Layer SACD can only be played on a Super Audio CD Player! It willNOT play on conventional CD Players!
Made in Japan
Musicians:
John Di Martino, piano
Essiet Okon Essiet, bass
Victor Jones, drums
Selections:
1. Epistrophy
2. Criss Cross
3. Bemsha Swing
4. Ask Me Now
5. Rhythm-A-Ning
6. Round Midnight
7. Well You Needn’t
8. Pannonica
9. Eronel
10. Ugly Beauty
11. Magical Mystery – for Monk and Murakami
12. Blue Monk
13. In Walked Bud
