Memories of Duke


Memories of Duke is an album by trumpeter Clark Terry, performing compositions by, or associated with, Duke Ellington, released on the Pablo Today label in 1980.

Reception

AllMusic's Scott Yanow noted: "Terry knows these songs, which include 'Cottontail', 'Come Sunday' and 'Sophisticated Lady', backwards, but he infuses each of his renditions with enthusiasm and melodic creativity. Recommended". The Penguin Guide to Jazz selected the album as part of its suggested Core Collection.

Track listing

All compositions by Duke Ellington, except where indicated.
  1. "Passion Flower" - 4:27
  2. "Happy Go Lucky Local" - 4:28
  3. "Echoes of Harlem" - 4:01
  4. "Sophisticated Lady" - 8:27
  5. "Things Ain't What They Used to Be" - 5:05
  6. "I Let a Song Go Out of My Heart" - 3:28
  7. "Cotton Tail" - 2:16
  8. "Everything but You" - 7:51
  9. "Come Sunday" - 2:34

Personnel