One of the most innovative and idiosyncratic figures in jazz history, Thelonious Monk pursued a singular artistic vision as pianist and composer. This collection brings together many of his finest recordings from the late 1940s and 1950s when he made numerous contributions to the standard jazz repertoire with a unique and unorthodox improvisational style. Track-List 01 Thelonious 03:01 02 Round Midnight 03:10 03 Misterioso 03:19 04 Epistrophy 03:04 05 Criss Cross 02:54 06 Straight No Chaser 02:54 07 Bemsha Swing 03:09 08 Just A Gigolo 03:00 09 Blue Monk 07:38 10 Brilliant Corners 07:45 11 Monks Mood 07:48 12 Rhythm-A-Ning 07:16 13 Ruby My Dear 07:17 14 Little Rootie Tootie 08:53 Total Playing Time: 70:40