Duke Ellington - Duke Ellington Carnegie Hall December 11, 1943

An entire concert performed by Duke Ellington and his orchestra at Carnegie Hall in New York City recorded live on December 11, 1943. This vintage recording features both old and new songs from the Ellington songbook, current hits of the day, and a medley of some of Duke's most popular songs. Personnel includes: Duke Ellington (leader, piano); Al Hibbler (vocals); Ray Nance (trumpet, violin); Johnny Hodges (alto saxophone); Skippy Williams (tenor saxophone); Harry Carney (baritone saxophone); Lawrence Brown, Joe Nanton (trombone); Jimmy Hamilton (clarinet); Fred Guy (guitar); Alvin Raglin (bass); Sonny Greer (drums). All selections newly remastered.