Whence I first became really interested in jazz I was naturally drawn to the big and established names. So it was a lot of Oscar Petterson, I like him. Later on I discovered Thelonious Monk. I wouldn't say Oscar lacks soul but he doesn't move me as Monk does, just an entirely deeper level. Natural evolving process with added time, lisstening and exposure to this wonderful genre.I respect Petterson but have the highest admiration and love for Monk''s playing and equally for his fabulous compositions. There is a profound emotional connection with Monk that isn't evoked with Petterson. Purely subjective obviously as we're discussing artists of enormous talent with different appeal.
Charles,