The Popular Duke Ellington

by Duke Ellington

The Popular Duke Ellington cover art
  • Type: Album
  • Released: November 1966
  • Label: RCA Victor
  • Country: United States
  • Length: 42:14
  • Community rating: 3.58/5 from 2 ratings

Album Notes & Community Reviews

Revisiting his most iconic compositions with a modernized orchestral approach, Duke Ellington proves the enduring brilliance of his songbook. The passionate big band performances are elevated by subtle modal jazz influences, showcasing an ensemble completely synchronized with its legendary bandleader.

Genres

Descriptors: technical, orchestral

Tracklist

  1. Take the "A" Train (4:39)
  2. I Got It Bad (And That Ain't Good) (2:38)
  3. Perdido (3:14)
  4. Mood Indigo (5:10)
  5. Black and Tan Fantasy (5:12)
  6. The Twitch (3:11)
  7. Solitude (3:37)
  8. Do Nothin' Till You Hear from Me (1:55)
  9. The Mooche (5:36)
  10. Sophisticated Lady (3:03)
  11. Creole Love Call (3:55)

Credits

  • Duke Ellington - primary artist, piano, written-by
  • John Lamb - bass
  • Sam Woodyard - drums
  • Harry Carney - reeds
  • Jimmy Hamilton - reeds
  • Johnny Hodges - reeds
  • Paul Gonsalves - reeds
  • Russell Procope - reeds
  • Brad McCuen - producer

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