Throughout his career, pianist
Barry Harris has kept the spirit of bebop and the music of
Bud Powell and
Thelonious Monk alive in his joyous and creative playing. For this live concert,
Harris is heard in a trio with bassist
Rufus Reid and drummer
Leroy Williams. There is a four-song
Thelonious Monk medley, five originals (including "To Monk With Love" and "For the Moment," which
Harris played at
Thelonious' funeral), "My Heart Stood Still," and a boppish version of the "I Love Lucy Theme." A delightful and enthusiastic set. ~ Scott Yanow