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1 videodisc (140 min.) : sound, color ; 4 3/4 in
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"Because the two shows on this release were recorded during the same week, the repertoire is similar although not identical. However the solos often differ quite a bit along with the facial expressions of the musicians as they react to the audience, to Ellington and to each other"--Program notes
Part one. C-jam blues -- Rockin' in rhythm -- All too soon -- Cotton tail -- Take the "A" train -- Fife -- Satin doll -- Chinoiserie -- Quadruped -- Rufus Jones -- Medley: Prelude to a kiss ; Do nothin' till you hear from me ; I let a song go out of my heart ; Don't get around much anymore ; Mood indigo ; I'm beginning to see the light ; Solitude ; Love you madly ; Sophisticated lady ; Caravan -- Goof
Two performances in 1971 by Duke Ellington, includes over 15 songs performed with a live band
"Issued by arrangement with Danish Broadcasting Corporation, Lene Ellington & the Duke Ellington Masters"--Disc
Part two. C-jam blues -- Rock'in in rhythm -- Happy reunion -- Cotton tail -- I got it bad and that ain't good -- Take the "A" train -- Fife ; Chinoiserie -- Satin Doll -- Thing's ain't what they used to be -- Quadruped -- Medley: Prelude to a kiss ; Do nothin' till you hear from me ; In a sentimental mood ; I let a song go out of my heart ; Don't get around much anymore ; Mood indigo ; I'm beginning to see the light ; Solitude ; Love you madly ; Sophisticated lady ; Caravan -- Hello Dolly -- One more time
Program notes by Scott Yanow inserted in container
Duke Ellington, piano with the Duke Ellington Orchestra
Filmed in 1971 at the Tivoli Gardens in Copenhagen, Denmark
MPAA rating: Not rated
DVD; Dolby Digital mono