DUKE ELLINGTON & HIS ORCHESTRA

Description: Additional Information from Movie Mars Product Description Personnel: Duke Ellington (piano, arranger); Cootie Williams (vocals, trumpet); Sonny Greer (vocals, drums); Ivie Anderson, Frank Marvin, Bing Crosby (vocals); Johnny Hodges (soprano & alto saxophones, clarinet); Harry Carney (alto & baritone saxophones, clarinet); Barney Bigard (tenor saxophone, clarinet); Arthur Whetsol, Freddy Jenkins (trumpet); Lawrence Brown, Joe "Tricky Sam" Nanton (trombone); Juan Tizol (valve trombone); Fred Guy (guitar, banjo); Wellman Braud (acoustic bass). Recorded in New York, New York and Camden, New Jersey between January 20, 1931 and February 11, 1932. Includes liner notes by Anatol Schenker. 1931-1932 is the tenth volume in the French Classics label's chronological documentation of Duke's work. This was one of the finest of Ellington's many fine eras, and his orchestra (which included Cootie Williams, Tricky Sam Nanton, Johnny Hodges, Harry Carney, and Barney Bigard) shines brilliantly. Many of Duke's strongest compositions are given definitive readings here. Two extended takes of "Creole Rhapsody" paint lush soundscapes with a variety of tones and colors from Duke's distinctive compositional palette. Lesser-known gems like "Limehouse Blues" and "The Mystery Song" are interspersed with such favorites as "Mood Indigo" and "It Don't Mean A Thing (If It Ain't Got That Swing)." Ellington's piano playing is given a rare spotlight on "Lots O' Fingers," where he lets loose with a smoking barrelhouse approach. An overblown arrangement of "St. Louis Blues" (featuring a vocal from Bing Crosby) is something of a misstep, but, like all of Ellington's experiments, even this piece bears attention. This installment of Ellington's chronological output is thoroughly enjoyable, again showing the formidable yet accessible genius of this jazz legend's vision. About Movie Mars All items are Brand New. We offer unbeatable prices, quick shipping times and a wide selection second to none. Purchases come with a 30-day Satisfaction Guarantee (minus Shipping & Handling fees) on all unopened products. All items are from licensed Distributors. We do not deal with any Bootleg or Used items!

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