Interview: T.S. Monk

T.S. Monk, drummer and son of Thelonious Monk, recalls San Juan Hill as a diverse community that was home to many iconic artists. In a recent interview conducted in December 2022, he recounts what San Juan Hill was like in the 1950s and reflects on growing up in the neighborhood, his father’s musical legacy, and what made San Juan Hill a special place.

[@jimbrown1559]

Wow! Especially because I was not a musician, it took a while for my musical ears to grow enough to dig, and eventually love, Monk's music.From a great bio, I learned a lot about him, his life, and his approach to music. Many years later, I've appreciated T. S. Monk's contributions to his Dad's legacy. This short piece is another wonderful window into both of their lives.
In my later years, Barry Harris became my favorite interpreter of his music. Walter Davis, Jr., Bill Holman, and Carmen McRae have done wonderful things.

[@ronwass]

What an interesting gentleman. So glad that this interview was made available. Thank you.

[@brendanmcnally9145]

That was Wonderful to watch! Thanks, whoever made it!!!

[@bobblues1158]

Beautiful!!!!!

[@ronwass]

Please make this video public so more people will see it.