Title from disc label. Liner notes by Will Friedwald in booklet inserted in container. Ella Fitzgerald, vocals ; Hollywood Bowl Orchestra ; Paul Weston, arranger, conductor. Recorded 1958 August 16 The Hollywood Bowl, Los Angeles, CA.
Contents:
Alexander's ragtime band (3:02). You're laughing at me (3:26) -- How deep is the ocean? (3:06) -- Heat wave (2:01) -- Supper time (3:12) -- Cheek to cheek (3:26) -- Russian lullaby (1:51) -- Top hat, white tie and tails (2:46) -- I've got my love to keep me warm (3:06) -- Get thee behind me Satan (4:00) -- Let's face the music and dance (2:50) -- Always (3:15) -- Puttin' on the Ritz (2:01) -- Let yourself go (2:21) -- Alexander's ragtime band (3:02).
Summary:
Ella Fitzgerald's "Songbook" records with her peerless rendition of the best songs from iconic composer from Irving Berlin which make up the cornerstone of the Verve catalog and the standard for jazz vocal recordings.
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