title: Catalonian Nights Vol. 1
text: # Catalonian Nights Vol. 1
  
  Catalonian Nights Vol. 1 is a live album by pianist Tete Montoliu recorded in Spain in 1980 and released on the Danish label, SteepleChase.
  
  ## Reception
  
  Professional ratings :
  
  | Review scores ||
  | - | - |
  | Source | Rating |
  | AllMusic | |
  | The Penguin Guide to Jazz Recordings | |
  
  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
  