This album is a collection of classic melodies from the repertoire of Ben Websters famous employer of many years, Duke Ellington. The album is comprised of three live radio sessions with the Danish Radio Big Band in 1969 and 1971, plus live concert sessions with two different backing trios (Finland in 1967 and Denmark in 1969). Aside from one tune, all the performances with the Danish Radio Big Band are based on Ellingtons original scores.
Track Listing:
1. Cottontail - Ben Webster
2. Johnny Come Lately - Ben Webster
3. Perdido - Ben Webster
4. In a Mellow Tone - Ben Webster
5. Bojangles - Ben Webster
6. Rockin' in Rhythm - Ben Webster
7. Things Ain't What They Used to Be - Ben Webster
8. Stompy Jones - Ben Webster
9. Cottontail - Ben Webster
Year of Production: 1971
