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In the summer of 1947, Duke Ellington and his orchestra took the stage at the Hollywood Bowl, delivering a performance that embodied the genius and evolution of one of jazz's greatest innovators. By this point, Ellington was more than a composer and bandleader-he was a visionary, reshaping jazz and solidifying his legacy as one of America's most influential musicians. This album captures that electrifying night, showcasing Ellington's big band during a pivotal moment of transformation in jazz. Album Tracks 1. Blutopia 2. Overture to a Jam Session 3. The Mooche 4. Jumpin' Punkins 5. Ring Dem Bells 6. Handy Medley - Pt.1, Beale Street Blues 7. Handy Medley - Pt.2, Memphis Blues / St. Louis Blues 8. Golden Feathers 9. Air Conditioned Jungle 10. Golden Cress 11. Medley Diminuendo in Blue / Transblucency / Crescendo in Blue
