Sarah Vaughan's "Duke Ellington Song Book Vol. 1 & 2"
In the 40s With Jimmy Blanton
Jazz Violin Session
Piano Reflections
1940 Live From the Crystal Ballroom In Fargo, ND
There are five and the first is not even by Ellington, but it's important to hear what a great vocalist can do with his material. If I had to only recommend a single recording it would be the Fargo concert recording.
In the 40s With Jimmy Blanton
Jazz Violin Session
Piano Reflections
1940 Live From the Crystal Ballroom In Fargo, ND
There are five and the first is not even by Ellington, but it's important to hear what a great vocalist can do with his material. If I had to only recommend a single recording it would be the Fargo concert recording.