The Algonquin, Mondays
The unrecorded album the house pianist at the Algonquin played to himself on Mondays when the bar was closed. 1956, eight private hours.
8 tracks·25 min·for focus
1
The Cleaner Finishes the Floor
Last sweep, the lounge is empty.
3:58
2
The Tune I Cant Play on Saturdays
Too slow for the room when it pays.
1:38
3
Voicing I Stole From Bill Evans
Three notes, very close together.
3:23
4
For the Girl Who Stopped Coming In
An arrangement nobody asked for.
4:40
5
The Tempo I Keep Correcting
He cannot get it right and tries again.
3:51
6
The Bartender Walks Through
Picking up his check, no greeting.
3:05
7
Blues for the Room
A slow twelve-bar to the empty chairs.
2:13
8
Lights Up at Five
Doors open Tuesday at six.
3:07
