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 01. "Overture" 02. "Toot toot tootie toot (Dance of the reed-pipes)" 03. "Peanut brittle brigade (March)" 04. "Sugar Rum Cherry (Dance Of The Sugar Plum Fairy)" 05. "Entr'acte" 06. "The Volga vouty (Russian dance)" 07. "Chinoiserie (Chinese dance)" 08. "Danse of the floreadores (Waltz of the flowers)" 09. "Arabesque cookie (Arabian dance)"
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 | | Description: | Nutcracker Suite by Duke & His Orchestr Ellington, released 20 February 2012, includes the following tracks: "Peanut Brittle Brigade (March)", "Entr'acte", "Chinoiserie (Chinese Dance)", "Arabesque Cookie (Arabian Dance)" and more.
This version of Nutcracker Suite comes as a 1xCD. - Featuring jazz interpretations of Tchaikovsky's the Nutcracker, the album has come to be recognized as one of Duke Ellington's most important albums of the 1960s. Yet when the Duke and his writing partner Billy Strayhorn first announced plans to take the classical ballet and perform a Jazz version, even members of Duke's orchestra expressed their doubts that the project would amount to much.Duke Ellington & His Orchestra's interpretation of Tchaikovsky's "Nutcracker Suite" on CD presents one of the most imaginative encounters between classical music and jazz. Instead of a simple transcription, Ellington and his long-time collaborator Billy Strayhorn re-compose the famous ballet, transforming the original themes into swinging big-band arrangements full of wit, warmth and rhythmic vitality. Known movements such as the "Dance of the Sugar Plum Fairy" and the "Waltz of the Flowers" appear in new guises, enriched with bluesy harmonies, subtle orchestrations and virtuoso solo spots for members of Ellington's legendary orchestra. The result is a timeless recording that appeals equally to jazz aficionados and listeners who love the melodic richness of the classical original. This Hallmark CD edition offers a focused way to experience the suite in a clear, direct sound presentation suitable for relaxed home listening or as a sophisticated musical backdrop for the winter and holiday season.
Hallmark, as the label behind this release, is known for accessible, budget-friendly reissues and carefully curated catalogue titles, often bringing classic jazz, easy listening and seasonal recordings back into circulation. Their editions typically concentrate on presenting important albums in solid sound quality at an attractive price, making historically significant recordings like this "Nutcracker Suite" easily available to a broad audience.
Duke Ellington, one of the central figures in 20th-century music, led his orchestra for several decades and helped define the sound of big-band jazz. Celebrated for his refined compositions and innovative orchestrations, he created enduring works such as "Mood Indigo," "Sophisticated Lady" and large-scale suites that expanded the boundaries of jazz. His orchestra served as a platform for outstanding soloists and set standards in ensemble playing, while Ellington himself became synonymous with elegance, creativity and musical sophistication. "Nutcracker Suite" is part of this broader legacy of ambitious, suite-like projects that demonstrate his ability to reinterpret existing material with originality and depth.
On this CD, listeners encounter Ellington's characteristic blend of swing, tonal color and narrative musicality, which has influenced generations of musicians and continues to be admired worldwide for its inventiveness and emotional impact. | | | Manufacturer No.: |
711542 |
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