Ella Fitzgerald Jams With Tommy Flanagan Eddie Lockjaw Davis Louis Bellson Clark Terry Zoot Sims Joe Pass Ray Brown Harry Edison - Fine And Mellow

Year Released: 1979 (Recorded live in 1979 for Pablo Records, though sometimes earlier live dates from the 1970s with similar lineups also exist)
Genre: Vocal Jazz, Jazz, Jam Session, Swing.
Detailed Description Containing Key Facts: This record is a magnificent live jam session, showcasing Ella Fitzgerald in her element, interacting spontaneously with an all-star lineup of jazz luminaries. "Fine And Mellow" itself is a classic Billie Holiday song, a perfect vehicle for a blues-infused vocal and instrumental improvisation. The ensemble features an incredible array of talent: Tommy Flanagan (piano), Eddie "Lockjaw" Davis (tenor saxophone), Louis Bellson (drums), Clark Terry (trumpet), Zoot Sims (tenor saxophone), Joe Pass (guitar), Ray Brown (bass), and Harry "Sweets" Edison (trumpet). This recording captures the magic of a true jazz jam, with each musician taking turns to solo and respond to Ella's masterful vocals. It highlights her improvisational brilliance, her swinging sensibility, and her ability to seamlessly integrate into a high-caliber instrumental setting, making it a favorite among jazz purists and a testament to the collaborative spirit of the genre