Formerly available as a two-LP set and also released on CD by Roulette, these 17 selections are the entire results of the only meeting in the studios by Louis Armstrong and Duke Ellington. Although it might have been preferable to have Armstrong perform with Duke Ellington's orchestra, Ellington's performance as pianist with Satch's All-Stars is quite satisfying. The all-Ellington program gave Armstrong a rest from his usual repertoire and permitted him an opportunity to work his magic on fresh material. Lots of surprises, ...
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Formerly available as a two-LP set and also released on CD by Roulette, these 17 selections are the entire results of the only meeting in the studios by Louis Armstrong and Duke Ellington. Although it might have been preferable to have Armstrong perform with Duke Ellington's orchestra, Ellington's performance as pianist with Satch's All-Stars is quite satisfying. The all-Ellington program gave Armstrong a rest from his usual repertoire and permitted him an opportunity to work his magic on fresh material. Lots of surprises, some sensitive vocalizing and fine supporting work from trombonist Trummy Young and clarinetist Barney Bigard make this a gem. ~ Scott Yanow, Rovi
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Add this copy of Together for the First Time/The Great Reunion to cart. $110.44, good condition, Sold by MYBOOKSNME rated 3.0 out of 5 stars, ships from MIAMI GARDENS, FL, UNITED STATES, published 1991 by Mobile Fidelity Sound Lab.
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Good in good packaging. Originally released: 1990. MUSIC DISC (B102323CD UPC #015775151420 ) this sale is for a (set of one disc). This disc is in a good physical condition and there are no visible Scratches in this disc. The case is in good condition. The disc top cover, the holding top cover tab is broken, and the disc holder is not broken. The top cover s pamphlet is not including.