Episode 8: Monk at Town Hall

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Oct 23, 201500:18:11Arts

In early 1959, a genuine stir was created in the loft -- even among the more seasoned jazz players -- when Thelonious Monk turned up to arrange his music and rehearse with the help of drummer Hall Overton. Monk and Overt...

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