Pre-Order: Masao Yagi – Masao Yagi Plays Thelonious Monk

A reissue of a collection of Thelonious Monk compositions performed by Masao Yagi, one of the great treasures of Japanese jazz, and his first album as a leader, is set for release from SPIN THIS NOW! Masao Yagi’s memorable first leader date, by a musician active since the dawn of Japanese jazz and also known as a devoted Monk scholar. This album features Monk’s compositions throughout, including classics such as “‘Round Midnight”, “Straight, No Chaser”, and “Blue Monk”.

Tracklist:

1. Rhythm-A-Ning
2. Off Minor
3. ‘Round Midnight
4. Misterioso
5. Straight No Chaser
6. Blue Monk
7. Monk’s Mood
8. Evidence

UPC: 4988003386979
Label: King Records
Release Date: 6.5.26
Format: Vinyl