Used to Be Duke

by Johnny Hodges and His Orchestra

Used to Be Duke cover art
  • Type: Compilation
  • Released: 1956
  • Label: Norgran
  • Country: United States
  • Length: 41:09
  • Community rating: 3.99/5 from 3 ratings

Artists on this release: Bobby Starrr

Album Notes & Community Reviews

Featuring an ensemble heavily populated by alumni from the Duke Ellington Orchestra, this compilation highlights the masterful alto saxophone work of Johnny Hodges. The recordings capture the smooth, lyrical swing style that made him one of the most distinctive and influential soloists of his generation.

Genres

Descriptors: saxophone, classic, orchestral, melodic, ballad

Tracklist

  1. A-Oddie-Oobie (3:32)
  2. Meet Mr. Rabbit (7:16)
  3. Duke's In Bed (2:55)
  4. Just Squeeze Me (3:09)
  5. Ballade For Very Tired And Very Sad Lotus Eaters (3:23)
  6. Confab With Rab (3:19)
  7. It Had To Be You (3:08)
  8. Black And Tan Fantasy (6:20)
  9. Take The "A" Train (8:04)

Credits

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