Misterioso is a 1958 live album by American jazz ensemble the Thelonious Monk Quartet. It is featuring drummer Roy Haynes, bassist Ahmed Abdul-Malik, and tenor saxophonist Johnny Griffin. Along with Thelonious in Action, Misterioso captures portions of the ensembles August 7 show at the Five Spot Café in the Bowery neighborhood of Manhattan. According to Keepnews, the pianist played more distinctly here than on his studio albums in response to the audiences enthusiasm during the performance. Reviewers applauded Monks performance and viewed Griffins playing as the records highlight.
Track Listing:
- Well, You Neednt 07:44
- Misterioso 09:40
- Light Blue 05:37
- Im Gettin Sentimental Over You 05:42
- All The Things You Are 06:48
- Honeysuckle Rose 04:38
- Bemsha Swing 04:08
- Evidence 07:57
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