Catalonian Nights Vol. 1 is a live album by pianist Tete Montoliu recorded in Spain in 1980 and released on the Danish label, SteepleChase.SteepleChase Records discography, accessed June 19, 2017Tete Montoliu discography, accessed June 19, 2017SteepleChase Productions ApS, accessed June 19, 2017
Reception
Scott Yanow of AllMusic said "Although not an innovator, Montoliu (like Oscar Peterson, whose phenomenal technique he approached) was a master of the modern mainstream and of chordal improvisation. He digs into these songs and comes up with consistently fresh and swinging ideas".
Track listing "D & E" (Milt Jackson) – 14:03 "Lady Bird" (Tadd Dameron) – 7:25 "Jo Vull Que M'Acariciis" (Tete Montoliu) – 11:46 Bonus track on CD "Autumn in New York" (Vernon Duke) – 13:22 "Blue Bossa" (Kenny Dorham) – 8:14 "Theme" (Montoliu) – 0:29
Personnel Tete Montoliu – piano John Heard – bass Albert Heath – drums
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