Thelonious Monk Quartet

The Thelonious Monk Quartet was a jazz ensemble led by pianist Thelonious Monk. Their 1963 album "Monk's Dream" was their first for Columbia Records and featured tracks like "Monk's Dream" and "Bye-Ya". Monk's unique compositional genius and improvisational skills are prominently displayed on this album. The group consisted of Monk on piano, Charlie Rouse on tenor saxophone, John Ore on bass, and Frankie Dunlop on drums. The album was recorded in October and November 1962 at Columbia 30th Street Studio in New York City. Monk's music is known for its complexity and innovative approach to jazz standards.