Thelonious Monk, a towering figure in jazz, made his mark with the ‘Genius of Modern Music, Volume One’ compilation. This iconic record features some of his most cherished compositions, including classics like ‘Round Midnight‘ and ‘Ruby My Dear‘. Originally recorded for Blue Note Records in 1947-48, this edition is a must-have for any vinyl collector.
Produced in a mono format and featuring an all-analog mastering process by Kevin Gray, this Blue Note Records vinyl reissue for sale is pressed on high-quality 180g vinyl. Experience the richness of Monk’s music in a way that only vinyl can deliver.
- Track Listing:
- ‘Round Midnight – Thelonious Monk
- Off Minor – Thelonious Monk
- Ruby My Dear – Thelonious Monk
- I Mean You – Thelonious Monk
- April in Paris – Thelonious Monk
- In Walked Bud – Thelonious Monk
- Thelonious – Thelonious Monk
- Epistophy – Thelonious Monk
- Misterioso – Thelonious Monk
- Well You Needn’t – Thelonious Monk
- Introspection – Thelonious Monk
- Humph – Thelonious Monk
Year of Production: 1951
Richard Kirk (verified owner) –
This Thelonious Monk Volume 1 vinyl is pure magic! The sound quality is incredible, and the packaging is top-notch. Absolutely essential for any jazz lover!
Adam Cruz (verified owner) –
A brilliant collection of Monk’s work. The vinyl is heavy and the sound is rich. Highly recommend for anyone looking to dive into classic jazz albums.
Cynthia Gray (verified owner) –
I was looking for a quality reissue of Thelonious Monk vinyl, and this one did not disappoint. The 180g pressing makes a significant difference!