"Solo: Reflections and Meditations on Monk feature four classic Monk compositions and four original pieces inspired by the eclectic pianist. The opening "Ruby, My Dear" sets the tone for the album; reflective in its quietly appealing interpretation of the original while "Reflections" tackles Monk's complicated mix of melancholy phrasing and irregular intervals....this is arguably the best work that Smith has recorded. There is a somber tranquility throughout and the warmer, rounder sound of the trumpet gives the Monk pieces new life in an alternate universe. Very highly recommended. "

Disc has some marks but plays perfectly-G+/VG.

• 1 Ruby, My Dear
• 2 Monk And His Five Point Ring At The Five Spot Café
• 3 Reflections
• 4 Adagio: Monkishness - A Cinematic Vision Of Monk Playing Solo Piano
• 5 Crepuscule With Nellie
• 6 Adagio: Monk, The Composer In Sepia - A Second Vision
• 7 Monk And Bud Powell At Shea Stadium - A Mystery
• 8 ´Round Midnight