Tag: Brian Fahey
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“A Portrait of Thelonious:” Bud Powell’s Tribute to Monk and His Enduring Genius
Introduction: When jazz pianist Bud Powell recorded “A Portrait of Thelonious” on December 17, 1961, it represented both a homage to his longtime friend and fellow innovator Thelonious Monk and a personal statement of artistic resilience. Released in 1965 on Columbia Records, the album captures Powell’s profound understanding of Monk’s music while highlighting his distinctive…