Epistrophy

"Epistrophy" is a jazz standard composed by Thelonious Monk and Kenny Clarke in 1942. It has been called "the first classic, modern jazz composition."[1]

Its 'A' section is based on a pattern of alternating chords a semitone apart.

Videos
Video:Thelonious Monk - Epistrophy|Epistrophy - 1966 - Thelonius Monk Quartet in Paris

Listening
"Epistrophy" - 1948 Recording by Thelonius Monk in the Blue Note Sessions.