Thelonious Monk in Italy
# Thelonious Monk in Italy

Thelonious Monk in Italy is a live album by American jazz pianist Thelonious Monk featuring tracks recorded in Italy in 1961 and released on the Riverside label in 1963.

## Reception

Professional ratings :

| Review scores ||
| - | - |
| Source | Rating |
| Allmusic | |
| The Penguin Guide to Jazz Recordings | |

Allmusic awarded the album 3 stars stating "This is not one of Thelonious Monk's more significant dates, but his fans will still find moments to enjoy".

## Track listing

All compositions by Thelonious Monk except as indicated

Side One

* "Jackie-Ing" - 4:53
* "Epistrophy" (Kenny Clarke, Monk) - 4:59
* "Body and Soul" (Frank Eyton, Johnny Green, Edward Heyman, Robert Sour) - 4:48
* "Straight, No Chaser" - 9:06

Side Two

* "Bemsha Swing" (Denzil Best, Monk) - 7:14
* "San Francisco Holiday" - 6:04
* "Crepuscule with Nellie" - 2:50
* "Rhythm-A-Ning" - 5:45

## Personnel

* Thelonious Monk - piano
* Charlie Rouse - tenor saxophone
* John Ore - bass
* Frankie Dunlop - drums
