Gig Review: John Beasley’s MONK’estra (June 9, Wgtn)

John Beasley’s MONK’estra

Opera House, Wellington (8pm)

Saturday, June 9

John Beasley’s MONK’estra is a big band dedicated to playing the music of pianist/composer Thelonious Monk and for this performance the core of the America group was augmented by some local players including Rodger Fox and members from his jazz orchestra.

Beasley’s a real talent, a mul…