Studio Sessions, Chicago 1956


Studio Sessions, Chicago 1956 is the first volume of The Private Collection, a series documenting recordings made by the American pianist, composer and bandleader Duke Ellington for his personal collection which was first released on the LMR label in 1987 and later on the Saja label.

Reception

The AllMusic review by Scott Yanow stated, "Each of the sets has its interesting moments, offering previously unknown compositions and performances".
Writing for The Washington Post, Leonard Feather commented: "One need only listen to the first couple of cuts to be reminded that Ellington's was the greatest jazz orchestra ever, particularly during the years 1939–1970. The clarity of sound is amazing on this prestereo volume."

Track listing

All compositions by Duke Ellington except as indicated.
  1. "March 19th Blues" – 5:27
  2. "Feet Bone" – 2:42
  3. "In a Sentimental Mood" – 3:05
  4. "Discontented" – 3:02
  5. "Jump for Joy" – 1:52
  6. "Just Scratchin' the Surface" – 3:05
  7. "Prelude to a Kiss" – 3:29
  8. "Miss Lucy" – 3:16
  9. "Uncontrived" – 5:12
  10. "Satin Doll" – 2:34
  11. "Do Not Disturb" – 2:46
  12. "Love You Madly" – 3:21
  13. "Short Sheet Cluster" – 2:35
  14. "Moon Mist" – 3:27
  15. "Long Time Blues" – 8:39
Recorded at Universal Studios, Chicago, on January 3, 1956 ; March 18, 1956 ; March 19, 1956 ; late January 1957 ; and February 1957.

Personnel