Live In 1947 at The Hollywood Bowl! (CD)

In the summer of 1947, Duke Ellington and his orchestra took the stage at the Hollywood Bowl, delivering a performance that embodied the genius and evolution of one of jazz's greatest innovators. By this point, Ellington was more than a composer and bandleader-he was a visionary, reshaping jazz and solidifying his legacy as one of America's most influential musicians. This album captures that electrifying night, showcasing Ellington's big band during a pivotal moment of transformation in jazz.

Track List

1. Blutopia
2. Overture to a Jam Session
3. The Mooche
4. Jumpin' Punkins
5. Ring Dem Bells
6. Handy Medley - Pt.1 Beale Street Blues
7. Handy Medley - Pt.2 Memphis Blues / St. Louis Blues
8. Golden Feathers
9. Air Conditioned Jungle
10. Golden Cress
11. Medley: Diminuendo in Blue / Transblucency / Crescendo in Blue