Catalonian Nights Vol. 1
# Catalonian Nights Vol. 1

Catalonian Nights Vol. 1 is a live album by pianist Tete Montoliu recorded in Spain in 1980 and released on the Danish label, SteepleChase.

## Reception

Professional ratings :

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

Scott Yanow of AllMusic said "Although not an innovator, Montoliu (like Oscar Peterson, whose phenomenal technique he approached) was a master of the modern mainstream and of chordal improvisation. He digs into these songs and comes up with consistently fresh and swinging ideas".

## Track listing

* "D & E" (Milt Jackson) – 14:03
* "Lady Bird" (Tadd Dameron) – 7:25
* "Jo Vull Que M'Acariciis" (Tete Montoliu) – 11:46 Bonus track on CD
* "Autumn in New York" (Vernon Duke) – 13:22
* "Blue Bossa" (Kenny Dorham) – 8:14
* "Theme" (Montoliu) – 0:29

## Personnel

* Tete Montoliu – piano
* John Heard – bass
* Albert Heath – drums
