Discography
Edward Kennedy "Duke" Ellington (1899 - 1974)
Pianist, Bandleader, Composer
Due to Ellington's many years as a prolific composer and bandleader, an
accounting of his work is beyond my abilities. Any submissions, or
corrections, to the following discography are needed, and will be
welcomed.
Duke Ellington and his Orchestra:
- Such Sweet Thunder - Columbia CL-1033 - April-May 1957
- At Newport - Columbia CK-40587 - July 7, 1956
- "Duke Ellington's appearance at the Newport Jazz Festival on July 7,
1956 resulted in this, his best-selling album, and the transformation of
his career."
Other sessions:
- Charles Mingus & Max Roach
- Money Jungle - Blue Note - September 17, 1962
- Count Basie
- First Time! The Count Meets the Duke - Columbia CK 40586 - July
6, 1961
- "On this momentous occasion (July 6, 1961), the full orchestras of
Duke Ellington and Count Basie recorded together, side by side - with this
legendary result!"
Note: The quotes contained herein were taken from the Columbia Jazz
Masterpieces liner notes, except where noted.
Justin Hall
jhall1@cc.swarthmore.edu
Last Updated: 95/01/28