Restormel Arts presents The Martin Jenkins Trio: Tribute to Thelonious Monk - Wednesday 6th May

Martin Jenkins - piano / John Donnelly - double bass / Coach York - drums

An intimate evening celebrating the music of Thelonious Monk.

A pioneer of modern jazz, Monk helped shape bebop in the 1940s with his distinctive harmonies, rhythmic creativity and enduring compositions. He continued to push musical boundaries up until his death in 1982, leaving a musical legacy that revolutionised jazz.

John Coltrane defined Monk as “a musical architect of the highest level”; Julio Cortázar as “a bear investigating the hives of the keyboard”.

A longtime devotee of Monk’s music, pianist Martin Jenkins led this musical homage, joined by John Donnelly on bass and Coach York on drums - a dynamic trio bringing drive, momentum and shared insight into Monk’s distinctive musical voice, for longtime listeners and newcomers alike.

• Venue : ‘Room Five’, Aylmer Square, St Austell, Cornwall, PL25 5DZ
• Doors Open, Italian Menu and Licensed Bar from 6.00pm.  The Show started at 8.00pm
• Star Raffle for a bottle of Veuve Clicquot Yellow Label Champagne