I saw Monk performing live at Manchester Town Hall in 1964 when I was 16 years old and to this day it is the best concert I have ever attended. Although my musical taste these days tends to be classical and opera nothing can beat the true greats. Parker ,Monk ,Coltrane and Davis.
I too was born in '48 & was fortunate enough to hear Monk, Trane & so many other great artists in SF. Too young to get in the Workshop we did experience the intensity brought forth with memories of speaking to Trane & following Monk up Broadway in his quirky way. Cherished memories.
Recorded April 28th, 1960: Released in1987 Thelonious Monk- Piano Charlie Rouse- Tenor Sax Joe Gordon - Trumpet Harold Land- Tenor Sax John Ore- Bass Billy HIggins- Drums
Inspirational solo by Charlie Rouse on this live performance. This is one of the best versions of Round Midnight that I have heard. Joe Gordon and Harold Land's solo's are tight as well.
Round Midnight is Thelonious Monk's most famous composition. Written in the key of Eb Minor, the 6 flats in the key signature take some getting used to but the tune contains lots of interesting chord changes and harmonic movements. [PianoGroove]
People who don't know the tune respond to hearing it with interest. What was that tune? It really resonates with people, that feeling of sullen nostalgic romance with a lonely nod to it.
I am a jazz N.O fan end fan also of Swing era….But as i didn’t like very much MJQ, i bought and heard this around midnight, and after bemsha swing, and other mysterioso. And i was big surprised :i did love it….I was fourteen years, now nearlt eighty… And it ‘s always the same pleasure. I did have à diner with Dizzy and, Kenny Clark and Thélonius(unfortunately he was in the clouds this time)In the years seventies, and after i twas jazz at midinite in the « olympia » in Paris. Great to remember.
oh...for the days...I was only 5 and every house in Jersey was playing this, Miles (Prince will come) Bird (Stella by Starlight)...and this marvel...can neverr lose my passion for real jazz and 1K thanks for the gorgeous memories...now for Ruby, my dear and Bird Embraceable you and check out Stan's Mood, vinyl by Getz...its in the genre....lovely days sadly most gone and no replacements..if y ou cn find Lil Darlin Count and Song for my Father Piano I crawl around in vinyl shops literally on the floor and find some goodies like Sarah and You're Mine You and fine andMellow, Billie...well I had a gorgeous time anyway and nothing lasts forever
“‘Round Midnight” is Thelonious Monk’s best-known jazz composition and carries the grand distinction of being the most-recorded jazz standard written by any jazz musician. A solo version from 1957 is available on Thelonious Himself (1991, Orig. Jazz Classics 254). 10:01 [Jazz Standards]
If it wasn't for the excerpt from Haruki Murakami's new novel I would have never discovered this beautiful... I don't know how to describe it. More than a song; an experience.
It begins to tell, 'round midnight, midnight. I do pretty well, till after sundown, Suppertime I'm feelin' sad; But it really gets bad, 'round midnight. Memories always start 'round midnight Haven't got the heart to stand those memories, When my heart is still with you, And ol' midnight knows it, too. When a quarrel we had needs mending, Does it mean that our love is ending. Darlin' I need you, lately I find You're out of my heart, And I'm out of my mind. Let our hearts take wings' 'round midnight, midnight
I've just read about this man. Tapped on this here video.. I can already hear its an instant classic then bam a minute later.. not 1 but 2 adverts. Wtf man. I don't have any better ideas rn but this ain't it. Big love Monk. Thank you.
I dont understand about the composition or progression or stuff like that but i can tell you this. Who ever blow the sax (is it sax? It sounds heavier) got mad skill. Real focus, persistence, commitment. That's incredible
I am in my late seventies. As a kid of 21, I lived around the corner from the Five-spot and frequented it as often as I could afford. Now, in my old age, I spend my days reading and doing some teaching, and I listen to classical music. Before dinner, however, I take a nice glass of g&t and listen to jazz. Lately, I've been playing this a great deal, so lush and melancholy, and so...HAROLD LAND. I find him to be a profound player and can't get enough of him. The ensemble work here--Charlie ROuse, and of course, Monk himself, are glorious!
One more song .... and one more chapter from "Colorless Tsukuru Tazaki and His Years of Pilgrimage". @ MaChKuLjA - thanks for sharing this great song !!! @ Haruki Murakami - thanks for this great book !!! Greetings from Portugal.
You are most welcome. I actually uploaded it, to be able to access it anywhere, myself. But I am delighted that so many people are enjoying these tunes with me. Cheers!
My memories exist in the fifties with my dad and his friends talking about going to clubs in post-war European jazz clubs that welcomed them all as they discussed life and love and Jazz and the rhythmatic soothing and calming songs like this. I grew up with Ella, Duke and Miles. I enjoy all of these shared memories. Thank you
Monk once said (mid 50's) that Herbie Nichols was the most "Out There" Pianist alive. He was wrong, he himself was. As for Herbie, I saw Monk outside the Workshop in '63 0r '64 and asked about Herbie. All he said was, "He kicked the bucket", then he went back in and started the next set. He was truly in a league of his own.
"He played each note as though astonished by the previous one, as though every touch of his fingers on the keyboard was correcting an error and this touch in turn became an error to be corrected and so the tune never quite ended up the way it was meant to. Sometimes the song seemed to have turned itself inside out or to have been entirely constructed from mistakes… If Monk had built a bridge he’d have taken away the bits that considered essential until all that was left were the decorative parts - but somehow he would have made the ornamentation absorb the strength of the supporting spars so it was like everything was built around what wasn’t there. It shouldn’t have held together but it did and the excitement came from the way that it looked like it might collapse at any moment…"
Harold Land’s solo!!❤️🙏🏾😭. I get goosebumps every time I listen to this solo. The way he plays around with the melody. I won’t even mention Monk the genius 😩😭. I was honestly born in the wrong era
9/2/22: I recall when I was about 11, my brother tried to introduce me to Thelonious Monk. Didn't listen much then, but Wow oh Wow, I listen now and always~
RIP to Monk he was a very Unique Piano player , when i learned of him in music class in school that is when i first heard of him, but I first heard him on youtube I think , Monk's music is still good in this era
I always worry about who's coming up to replace or follow greats like Monk etc. in Jazz. Maybe that's impossible and maybe that's not bad because they continue to influence and inform contemporary artist across the music spectrum.
check out acts like Jacob Collier, Snarky Puppy, Dirty Loops, Robert Glasper, Jason Rebello. Not trad jazz but theyre all keeping the tradition alive, bringing it to the 21st century with some style.
For my taste, this is one of the best jazz pieces ever! I would like to listen to it played by Monk and Rollins... they played together, but I never found this track.
I saw Monk performing live at Manchester Town Hall in 1964 when I was 16 years old and to this day it is the best concert I have ever attended. Although my musical taste these days tends to be classical and opera nothing can beat the true greats. Parker ,Monk ,Coltrane and Davis.
Te odio... jaJajAjaJAja ;o)
I too was born in '48 & was fortunate enough to hear Monk, Trane & so many other great artists in SF. Too young to get in the Workshop we did experience the intensity brought forth with memories of speaking to Trane & following Monk up Broadway in his quirky way. Cherished memories.
The ultimate in elegant genius. Simply wonderful.
Born in 1970 and very jealous!
and MONK! hate u 2 kkkkkkk
Monk was unique... I have always enjoyed his music.
Monk in the morning is a great way to start your day.
Grateful for both.
Never thought of that before, and I do like Monk. Next time I have a Crown Royal ill do it.
Especially with Charlie Rouse, so fluent in Monkspeak.
Monk all day man
@@centraal22 Crown Royal and Monk in the morning??? I wouldn't be able to get out of bed. :)
They were some of the world’s best🎺gifted like no other💜❤️💗
Recorded April 28th, 1960: Released in1987
Thelonious Monk- Piano
Charlie Rouse- Tenor Sax
Joe Gordon - Trumpet
Harold Land- Tenor Sax
John Ore- Bass
Billy HIggins- Drums
What an all star lineup.
I love Joe Gordon
what’s the name of the album? is it on Spotify??
Gracias,Bobby.
thank you for that. appreciate it.
Joe Gordon - trumpet
Harold Land - tenor saxophone
Charlie Rouse - tenor saxophone
Thelonious Monk - piano
John Ore - bass
Billy Higgins - drums
Was looking for this, thank you!
@MaChKuLjA could you please add this to the video's description? Thanks!
Thanks 🙏
Thanks for this. I wish they would always ID the musicians right under the video.
Thank You for information
Bro. Thelonious Monk is a GENIUS!
Reminds me of being up late at night alone, peacefully contemplating on life....such a nice smooth and elegant sound.
So happy my 18year old son is onto Jazz. Feels like a coup to hear reference to Thelonious Monk. Yippee
One of the best pieces in history of jazz and one of my favourite standards..
My all time favorite jazz piece.
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Love the way the tune is pushed around. Oh man.
How does this not have millions of views?
I don't know, but we're blessed.
I'll make it a million dw
There is cacophonous jazz. This is pure eligance.
I'm so thankful for being able to experience this marvelous piece of art.
Thank you, Internet.
One Of The Best Standards i have ever heard! No Matter when or how many times i heard this, it will still stay one of my favorites...
Inspirational solo by Charlie Rouse on this live performance. This is one of the best versions of Round Midnight that I have heard. Joe Gordon and Harold Land's solo's are tight as well.
I play this when I am sad....always soothes my soul. Monk was a genius.
Round Midnight is actually the most widely recorded jazz standard written by a jazz musician. 9:06 [PianoGroove]
Round Midnight is Thelonious Monk's most famous composition. Written in the key of Eb Minor, the 6 flats in the key signature take some getting used to but the tune contains lots of interesting chord changes and harmonic movements. [PianoGroove]
I never tire of Round Midnight
Thank God to send ussuch soul. ❤
Just heard this in the movie Unleashed, and immediately made a mental note to watch for the name in the credits. Brilliant stuff.
THIS IS HEARTBREAKINGLY WONDERFUL
People who don't know the tune respond to hearing it with interest. What was that tune? It really resonates with people, that feeling of sullen nostalgic romance with a lonely nod to it.
I am a jazz N.O fan end fan also of Swing era….But as i didn’t like very much MJQ, i bought and heard this around midnight, and after bemsha swing, and other mysterioso. And i was big surprised :i did love it….I was fourteen years, now nearlt eighty… And it ‘s always the same pleasure. I did have à diner with Dizzy and, Kenny Clark and Thélonius(unfortunately he was in the clouds this time)In the years seventies, and after i twas jazz at midinite in the « olympia » in Paris. Great to remember.
Think I was about 15 in high school; now 72. Still love 'Round Midnight as much as I did then. Just cant stay up that late anymore...... ; )
I’m listening right now as 14
WOW! You had a DINER with Dizzy!? I'm envious!
I would love to live in that memory.
thank you for sharing, that sounds beautiful
This falling bass right in the beginning of the theme... it's killing!! A unique masters' piece!
oh...for the days...I was only 5 and every house in Jersey was playing this, Miles (Prince will come) Bird (Stella by Starlight)...and this marvel...can neverr lose my passion for real jazz and 1K thanks for the gorgeous memories...now for Ruby, my dear and Bird Embraceable you and check out Stan's Mood, vinyl by Getz...its in the genre....lovely days sadly most gone and no replacements..if y ou cn find Lil Darlin Count and Song for my Father Piano I crawl around in vinyl shops literally on the floor and find some goodies like Sarah and You're Mine You and fine andMellow, Billie...well I had a gorgeous time anyway and nothing lasts forever
I was married on what would have been Monk's 70th birthday. Didn't plan it that way but, it's a fact that always makes me smile.
This piece embodies what jazz was meant to be
What was jazz meant to be?
Lol ok buddy
This is probably the best jazz composition ever created. Check out the many great artist that performed this piece and many times!
Curtis Woods is so right
Curtis Woods and
Perhaps my favourite version of this astonishing and wonderful tune.
“‘Round Midnight” is Thelonious Monk’s best-known jazz composition and carries the grand distinction of being the most-recorded jazz standard written by any jazz musician. A solo version from 1957 is available on Thelonious Himself (1991, Orig. Jazz Classics 254). 10:01 [Jazz Standards]
Round Midnight is actually the most widely recorded jazz standard written by a jazz musician. 11:11 [PianoGroove]
Melancholy and beauty... (tears)
Listening to 'round midnight at, well, 'round midnight. Awesome.
just... i've never experienced this kind of thing... this masterpiece makes a man relaxed.
If it wasn't for the excerpt from Haruki Murakami's new novel I would have never discovered this beautiful... I don't know how to describe it. More than a song; an experience.
same here friend
I like Murakami's bogs,
But, that music is my favorito.
Great Music, Great Musicians! WOW, Man!
The Greatest Jazz Composition!!!!!
It begins to tell,
'round midnight, midnight.
I do pretty well, till after sundown,
Suppertime I'm feelin' sad;
But it really gets bad,
'round midnight.
Memories always start 'round midnight
Haven't got the heart to stand those memories,
When my heart is still with you,
And ol' midnight knows it, too.
When a quarrel we had needs mending,
Does it mean that our love is ending.
Darlin' I need you, lately I find
You're out of my heart,
And I'm out of my mind.
Let our hearts take wings'
'round midnight, midnight
❤️
Why is it there are lyrics but no ones singing? 🤣
cyberpunk really knows how to include good music
Thank you for posting this video. There are simply not enough views on this. Such a moving composition.
I've just read about this man. Tapped on this here video.. I can already hear its an instant classic then bam a minute later.. not 1 but 2 adverts. Wtf man. I don't have any better ideas rn but this ain't it. Big love Monk. Thank you.
I dont understand about the composition or progression or stuff like that but i can tell you this. Who ever blow the sax (is it sax? It sounds heavier) got mad skill. Real focus, persistence, commitment. That's incredible
Harold Land…tenor sax. One of the greatest solos I’ve ever listened to!!
Smooth ,efortless,beautiful,it touches you with gentelness and takes you for a while towards blis.
Can't get 'round midnight without Thelonious.
This and your fav drink to calm your troubled soul :)
I am in my late seventies. As a kid of 21, I lived around the corner from the Five-spot and frequented it as often as I could afford. Now, in my old age, I spend my days reading and doing some teaching, and I listen to classical music. Before dinner, however, I take a nice glass of g&t and listen to jazz. Lately, I've been playing this a great deal, so lush and melancholy, and so...HAROLD LAND. I find him to be a profound player and can't get enough of him. The ensemble work here--Charlie ROuse, and of course, Monk himself, are glorious!
This song really touches my soul ♥️
One more song .... and one more chapter from "Colorless Tsukuru Tazaki and His Years of Pilgrimage".
@ MaChKuLjA - thanks for sharing this great song !!!
@ Haruki Murakami - thanks for this great book !!!
Greetings from Portugal.
You are most welcome.
I actually uploaded it, to be able to access it anywhere, myself. But I am delighted that so many people are enjoying these tunes with me.
Cheers!
Same here with Murakami..... Magical books.... Reading and listening to this.....
My memories exist in the fifties with my dad and his friends talking about going to clubs in post-war European jazz clubs that welcomed them all as they discussed life and love and Jazz and the rhythmatic soothing and calming songs like this. I grew up with Ella, Duke and Miles. I enjoy all of these shared memories. Thank you
Monk once said (mid 50's) that Herbie Nichols was the most "Out There" Pianist alive. He was wrong, he himself was. As for Herbie, I saw Monk outside the Workshop in '63 0r '64 and asked about Herbie. All he said was, "He kicked the bucket", then he went back in and started the next set. He was truly in a league of his own.
What a wonderful name Thelonious is.
Monk starting my morning jog , love it !
Great...I love Thelonious Monk...!!!
I love the awesome Grandmaestro aswell
This makes all the other stuff on social media worthwhile! Just the best!
Listening to this masterpiece , what a divine experience ...
Silky perfection.
this is pure, unfiltered amazingness
Ohh man i've been looking for this masterpiece, is great and has perfection and smoothness....thanks for up load this teasure.
Parker, Monk, Davis and Coltrane what an amazing selection mate !!
Sooths my soul
"He played each note as though astonished by the previous one, as though every touch of his fingers on the keyboard was correcting an error and this touch in turn became an error to be corrected and so the tune never quite ended up the way it was meant to. Sometimes the song seemed to have turned itself inside out or to have been entirely constructed from mistakes…
If Monk had built a bridge he’d have taken away the bits that considered essential until all that was left were the decorative parts - but somehow he would have made the ornamentation absorb the strength of the supporting spars so it was like everything was built around what wasn’t there. It shouldn’t have held together but it did and the excitement came from the way that it looked like it might collapse at any moment…"
I really enjoyed what you say . Broken pieces making together a solide structure .beautiful.
I can hear what you say, well described
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😂😂😂😮❤😮
This piece of music is the reason I started learning to play sax.
Nica's favorite, Dinner and Jazz is awesome, Monk was so Awesome
Come sempre Monk inizia, poi accompagna e da solo riesce a far brillare di una luce nuova il suo gioiello.
Listened with my eyes closed. This is truly a great work, and by far my favorite adaptation of this tune.
It truly is the national anthem of jazz.
Genius at work🔥🔥🔥
Well...I've just melted into my chair ...thank you :-)
Fantastic. All guys are paying t As I see there. Playing with there soul.
very very well.........................................................
Harold Land’s solo!!❤️🙏🏾😭. I get goosebumps every time I listen to this solo. The way he plays around with the melody. I won’t even mention Monk the genius 😩😭. I was honestly born in the wrong era
I listen to this all the time and twice on my birthday!
Thank god this peace is very deep inside my head (and my guts) so I can hear it anytime and anywhere. I carry Round midnight around with me.
MAGIC!
fantastic...and eventually turned into the song round midnight, which attracted countless vocal interpretations.
Spacibo, Thank You !
My Favorite Piano Jazz Man !
Very complicated man. Inspiration personified!
What a beautiful set ❤❤❤
beautiful
this is my new go to "Essay to do at 3AM" Song
I like the version where he plays it solo because he really goes to town with it!
This is sublime.
Really enjoyed this piece.
it's a great Round Midnight !!
One of my favourites ! But there is no music after 12:08 !
So beautiful, so strange. Why strange sounds like truth?
I swear there's something hypnotic about this one.
Haunting ..
Feels like... aaahhhhhhh... :)
Forever BEAUTIFUL
9/2/22: I recall when I was about 11, my brother tried to introduce me to Thelonious Monk. Didn't listen much then, but Wow oh Wow, I listen now and always~
this is beautiful
Absolutely glorious!!! 💖💖💖💖💖💖💖💖💖💖💖💖💖💖
RIP to Monk he was a very Unique Piano player , when i learned of him in music class in school that is when i first heard of him, but I first heard him on youtube I think , Monk's music is still good in this era
...does jazz get any better than this?
Yes anything but this pop rock classical anything is better than jazz and Thelonious monk
Miles Davis' version is over the moon.
then why bother commenting you crank?
I'm a Chicago native- and my sincerest thanks for sharing this tip Francis!
Robert Allen iij
Jolie petite plantade après l'imtroduction au début de l'exposé, ils ne reprennent pas ensemble! Et c'est ça la magie
this is amazing.... 💖
Just started studying jazz first tritone substitution I ever found just from listening 1:52
contactkeithstack WTF DON'T STUDY IT
@@sickowhale6861 Why wouldn't you?
I always worry about who's coming up to replace or follow greats like Monk etc. in Jazz. Maybe that's impossible and maybe that's not bad because they continue to influence and inform contemporary artist across the music spectrum.
check out acts like Jacob Collier, Snarky Puppy, Dirty Loops, Robert Glasper, Jason Rebello. Not trad jazz but theyre all keeping the tradition alive, bringing it to the 21st century with some style.
Excelente!! Al igual que la versión de Wes Montgomery.
Fue escrito por ese senor
до слёз...
For my taste, this is one of the best jazz pieces ever! I would like to listen to it played by Monk and Rollins... they played together, but I never found this track.