Duke Ellington says:So for this song I left the band at the club and decided to play on my own, and had a grand time. This performance is just me and my piano. In fact, I was able to make it sound like two piano players at once for certain parts! But it's not, it's just me The Duke.
Flaming Youth jazz, big band, standards Now if you want to know how much fun we had in the Roaring 20's, just listen to this song. It bounces all around you...
Tiger Rag jazz, standards, swing/big band, ragtime Calling all you musicians out there! I'd like to see you keep up with this one! We were faster than a rocket. You might get...
I Must Have That Man jazz, swing/big band Another Cotton Club gem, circa 1928. I love this arrangement, especially the horns. We did this one when that "wah wah" sound was becoming popular....
Bandana Babies jazz, swing/big band This song was originally spelled "Bandanna Babies" when it was recorded in 1928. Sung by Adelaide Hall for our show at The Cotton Club, this...