Unknown Session


Unknown Session is an album by American pianist, composer and bandleader Duke Ellington. It was recorded in 1960 but not released on the Columbia label until 1979.

Reception

The Bay State Banner noted that "most of the material is standards, but to each number Duke brings a subtle nuance a new shift a revised line."
The AllMusic review by Scott Yanow stated that "these renditions are quite enjoyable, swing hard and sound fresh. Ellington fans should pick this one up".

Track listing

:All compositions by Duke Ellington except as indicated
  1. "Everything But You" – 3:32
  2. "Black Beauty" – 3:16
  3. "All Too Soon" – 3:12
  4. "Something to Live For" – 2:45
  5. "Mood Indigo" – 3:48
  6. "Creole Blues " – 2:30
  7. "Don't You Know I Care " – 2:57
  8. "A Flower Is a Lovesome Thing" – 3:12
  9. "Mighty Like the Blues" – 3:19
  10. "Tonight I Shall Sleep " – 2:42
  11. "Dual Highway" – 2:52
  12. "Blues" – 4:57

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