A Night with Thelonious Monk at Elegance Cafè Jazz Club, Nov 29, 2026

On Sunday, November 29, 2026 the Elegance Cafè Jazz Club, Via Francesco Carletti 5, 00154 Rome, presents «A Night with Thelonious Monk», a concert by the Blue Monday Trio. The venue offers two options: drinks and concert for 25 euros, or a dinner from the menu with the concert included at a variable cost. Tables are booked by phone or on the venue's website.

Updated October 26, 2026.

Official presentation of the Thelonious Monk concert

Domenica November 29, 2026 l’Elegance Cafè Jazz Club di Roma presenta A Night with Thelonious Monk, un concerto del Blue Monday Trio dedicato a uno dei compositori e pianisti più originali della storia del jazz.

Emanuele Rizzo, Giuseppe Civiletti e Giampaolo Scatozza esplorano il repertorio di Monk attraverso improvvisazione, ritmi imprevedibili e una scrittura musicale fuori dagli schemi. Una serata di grande jazz da vivere con cena o drink.

Service translation:

On Sunday, November 29, 2026 the Elegance Cafè Jazz Club in Rome presents A Night with Thelonious Monk, a concert by the Blue Monday Trio dedicated to one of the most original composers and pianists in the history of jazz.

Emanuele Rizzo, Giuseppe Civiletti and Giampaolo Scatozza explore Monk's repertoire through improvisation, unpredictable rhythms and unconventional writing. An evening of great jazz to enjoy with dinner or drinks.

Text from the official Elegance Cafè Jazz Club website, source

Where the Thelonious Monk night takes place: Elegance Cafè Jazz Club

Elegance Cafè Jazz Club is at Via Francesco Carletti 5, in the Ostiense neighborhood, a few hundred meters from the Pyramid of Cestius and Porta San Paolo. It combines live music, dining and a cocktail bar. On its poster the venue calls itself a jazz club, restaurant and cocktail bar.

The kitchen is led by chef Marco Roselli, who according to the official presentation blends Italian roots, seasonal ingredients and international influences, with particular attention to Creole and Cajun cuisine.

On stage the venue alternates evenings devoted to a single musician or theme, such as The Music of Keith Jarrett and the tribute to Michel Petrucciani, both with the Blue Monday Trio. More about the room is in the listing for Elegance Cafè Jazz Club, and about the area in the listing for the Pyramid of Cestius.

Practical information for Thelonious Monk at Elegance Cafè

• Date: Sunday, November 29, 2026
• Venue: Elegance Cafè Jazz Club, Via Francesco Carletti 5, 00154 Rome (Ostiense)
• Options: drinks and concert for 25 euros, or dinner with two courses from the menu and the concert included, at a variable cost
• Musicians: Emanuele Rizzo (piano), Giuseppe Civiletti (double bass), Giampaolo Scatozza (drums)
• Reservations: 06 5728 4458 or 379 1360278, email info@elegancecafe.it, or online on the official website elegancecafe.it
• Getting there: use the ATAC journey planner

Frequently asked questions about A Night with Thelonious Monk

Who plays in the Blue Monday Trio at «A Night with Thelonious Monk»?

Emanuele Rizzo on piano, Giuseppe Civiletti on double bass and Giampaolo Scatozza on drums.

Who are the musicians behind «A Night with Thelonious Monk»?

According to the venue, Rizzo graduated with top marks from the Santa Cecilia Conservatory in Rome and studied with Danilo Rea, Paolo Damiani and Cinzia Gizzi. Civiletti combines classical training with experience that includes swing and gypsy jazz. Scatozza is a drummer and composer with collaborations in jazz, pop and contemporary music.

How much does «A Night with Thelonious Monk» cost?

The drinks and concert option costs 25 euros. With dinner you choose two courses from the menu among appetizers, first courses and main courses, with the concert included, and the cost depends on your choices.

Do I need to book for «A Night with Thelonious Monk»?

Yes. The venue says tables are limited and invites guests to book by phone or on its website.

Is the venue accessible, and are there vegetarian dishes?

The venue states that it is accessible, including for people with reduced mobility (let them know when you book), and that it offers vegetarian dishes, with vegan alternatives on request.

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