Duke Ellington's "Braggin' in Brass" is a vibrant journey through the legendary composer and bandleader's iconic big band and swing music. Released in 2004 by Naxos, this album captures the essence of Ellington's genius with a collection of 18 tracks that span nearly an hour of timeless jazz. From the lively "Stepping into Swing Society" to the soulful "Prelude to a Kiss," each piece showcases Ellington's mastery of composition and arrangement. The album features a mix of well-known standards like "Watermelon Man" and "Lambeth Walk," as well as lesser-known gems like "Old King Dooji" and "Blue Light (Transblucency)." Ellington's signature cool jazz style shines through, making this a must-listen for any jazz enthusiast.
Tracks
Stepping into Swing SocietyDuke Ellington, Henry Nemo, Duke Ellington Orchestra
The Gal from Joe'sDuke Ellington, Duke Ellington Orchestra
I Let a Song Go Out of My HeartDuke Ellington, Henry Nemo, Duke Ellington Orchestra
Braggin' in BrassHenry Nemo, Duke Ellington, Duke Ellington Orchestra
Dinah's in a JamDuke Ellington, Duke Ellington Orchestra
You Gave Me the Gate and I'm Swingin': You Gave Me the Gate (and I'm Swingin')Duke Ellington, J.B. McNeely, Jimmy Farmer, Irving Gordon, Ivie Anderson, Duke Ellington Orchestra
PyramidDuke Ellington, Juan Tizol, Duke Ellington Orchestra
When My Sugar Walks Down the StreetJimmy McHugh, Ivie Anderson, Duke Ellington, Duke Ellington Orchestra
A Gypsy Without a SongLouis C. Singer, Juan Tizol, Duke Ellington, Duke Ellington Orchestra
Watermelon ManDuke Ellington, Ivie Anderson, Duke Ellington Orchestra
Please Forgive MeDuke Ellington, Irving Gordon, Duke Ellington Orchestra
Lambeth WalkDouglas Furber, Noel Gay, Duke Ellington, Duke Ellington Orchestra
Prelude to a KissDuke Ellington, Duke Ellington Orchestra
Buffet FlatDuke Ellington, Duke Ellington Orchestra
T. T. On ToastDuke Ellington, Duke Ellington Orchestra
Blue Light (Transblucency)Duke Ellington, Duke Ellington Orchestra
Old King DoojiDuke Ellington, Duke Ellington Orchestra
Boy Meets HornRex Stewart, Duke Ellington, Duke Ellington Orchestra
Mighty Like the BluesLeonard Feather, Duke Ellington, Duke Ellington Orchestra
Slap HappyDuke Ellington, Duke Ellington Orchestra
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