{"product_id":"2278361","title":"Duke Ellington - Copenhagen 1958 [CD]","description":"Brand New From Reputable UK Company With 30 Years Experience In Retail, Please Note Not All Our New Items Are Shrink Wrapped.\u003cbr\u003eAll items shipped within 3 working days of payment.\u003cbr\u003ePlease note that all our DVDs are Region 2.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003ePlease note that not all audio CDs are shrink-wrapped fom the factory.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eA piece of music history comes alive on Friday, May 10, as Storyville Records releases a new recording capturing the legendary Duke Ellingon, live in Copenhagen, Denmark, 1958.\u003cbr\u003eThis recording, Copenhagen 1958 (Bonus: After Hours 1950), offers a rare glimpse into Ellington's genius during a pivotal period in jazz history. In the late autumn of 1958, Ellington and his orchestra embarked on a whirlwind tour across Europe, leaving a trail a musical brilliance in their wake.\u003cbr\u003eAmong the highlights of this tour were two electrifying concerts held at Copenhagen's iconic sports center, KB Hallen, on November 7. Although the original tapes have been lost to time, segments of these historic performances were broadcasted on separate occasions. Now, these broadcast recordings serve as the foundation for this release, transporting listeners back to a time, when Ellington's music redefined the jazz landscape.\u003cbr\u003eThe album opens with Ellington's signature tune, Take the A Train, over the vibrant energy of Newport Up to the soulful strains of My Funny Valentine, each track showcases the orchestra's talent and Ellington's innovative compositions. The orchestra was in great form in the late 50's, with the mixture of veterans like Johnny Hodges and Harry Carney, and modernists like Jimmy Hamilton, Clark Terry and Paul Gonsalves.\u003cbr\u003eOne of the highlights is the rendition of Diminuendo and Crescendo in Blue featuring Paul Gonsalves' legendary solo. In addition to the live recordings from the 1958 tour, this album also includes bonus tracks from after-hours settings in 1950; three tracks from a jam session at the dance restaurant Sct. Thomas in Copenhagen and two solo Ellington tunes recorded at a social charity event in Aarhus.\u003cbr\u003eCopenhagen 1958 stands as evidence of Ellington's enduring musical legacy, demonstrating that his music remains as pertinent and influential today as it was during its inception!\u003cp\u003eTake the A Train (Theme)\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eNewport Up\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eMy Funny Valentine\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003ePerdido\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eSophisticated Lady\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eSonnet to Hank Cinq\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eWhat Else Can You Do With a Drum\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eRockin' in Rhythm\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003ePrelude to a Kiss\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThings Ain't What They Used to Be\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eEl Gato\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eHi Fi Fo Fum\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eDiminuendo and Crescendo in Blue\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eI Can't Get Started\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eBody and Soul\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eA Little Blues\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eSophisticated Lady\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eMood Indigo\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Chalkys.com","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":54420733755777,"sku":"2278361","price":15.98,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0056\/8043\/1219\/files\/0717101854028.jpg?v=1750620949","url":"https:\/\/chalkys.com\/products\/2278361","provider":"Chalkys.com","version":"1.0","type":"link"}