Duke Ellington

The Armory Concert

Washington DC

FM

English

Experience the magic of Duke Ellington's performance at The Armory Concert in Washington, DC, recorded on April 30, 1955. This concert features a selection of timeless jazz pieces, including "Perdido," "All The Things You Are," and "Take The A Train."

The ensemble includes talented musicians such as Jimmy Woode on bass, Dave Black on drums, and Duke Ellington himself on piano, along with a remarkable lineup of reeds and brass players.

This recording comes from a bootleg album issued in the late 1970s, capturing the essence of a live jazz performance that continues to resonate with audiences today.

This recording is part of the Old Time Radio collection.