Jazz / Hard Bop; Bop
Recorded: Dec 17-23, 1956, Reeves Sound Studio, New York, New York
Monk's third Riverside album - the first to include horns and emphasize his original compositions - is recognized as the first major step in his rise from being considered a mere eccentric to rightful acceptance as a true jazz giant. Brilliant Corners has an all-star cast - featuring Sonny Rollins, Max Roach, and Clark Terry - and it took real stars to master some of Thelonious's most difficult and brilliant music.
Thelonious Monk - piano, celesta
Ernie Henry - alto saxophone
Sonny Rollins - tenor saxophone
Oscar Pettiford - double bass
Max Roach - drums, timpani |
