Don Ellis Live at Montreux


Don Ellis Live at Montreux is a live album by trumpeter/bandleader Don Ellis recorded in 1977 and released on the Atlantic label.

Reception

Scott Yanow of Allmusic said "Don Ellis' final record as a leader is a worthwhile effort. Ellis' large orchestra performs six of the leader's originals and, although none of the songs are all that memorable, there are many fine solos". On All About Jazz, Jim Santella observed "this album from the Don Ellis library contains all the rhythmic and polyphonic excitement that you’d expect from such a pioneer in modern big band jazz....the album has a significant place in the history of jazz. Ellis influenced many. His legacy continues to inspire"

Track listing

All compositions by Don Ellis
  1. "Open Wide" - 9:40
  2. "Loneliness" - 5:54
  3. "Future Feature" - 7:18
  4. "Go No Go" - 5:10
  5. "Sporting Dance" - 8:45
  6. "Niner Two" - 11:59
  7. "Lyra" - 8.32 Bonus track on CD reissue
  8. "Eros" - 5:39 Bonus track on CD reissue
  9. "Arcturus" - 10:49 Bonus track on CD reissue

Personnel