Ella Fitzgerald - Live at Montreux 1969 / Montreux Jazz Festival / Eagle Vision / Executive producer for Montreux Sounds SA: Claude Nobs / DVD Format: NTSC Run time: 66 Minutes UPC: 801213904891 Aspect Ratio : 1.33:1 Is Discontinued By Manufacturer : Yes MPAA rating : Unrated (Not Rated) Product Dimensions : 7.5 x 0.7 x 5.4 inches; 4 Ounces Media Format : Multiple Formats, Color, Dolby, NTSC Run time : 1 hour and 6 minutes Release date : March 22, 2005 Actors : Fitzgerald, Ella Language : Unqualified (DTS ES 6.1) Studio : Eagle Rock Ent Number of discs : 1 The legendary jazz vocalist Ella Fitzgerald who sprouted from the Big Band/Swing era wasn’t of my generation, but I always liked her. Originally from Virginia, Ella had a satiny voice that had a purity of tone. Like Frank Sinatra, she had superb annunciation, intonation, phrasing & range. It’s what made them legendary performers. Their vocalizing even by today’s standards is admired. At least, by vocalists who understand this skill. One of Ella’s early hits was “A Tisket-A Tasket,” when she was about 17 with the Chick Webb Orchestra. Webb, who suffered from a deformed spine (hunchbacked) was a terrific band leader & exceptional drummer (“Liza”). He predated Gene Krupa & Buddy Rich. When Webb passed in 1939, Ella took over the band until she went solo in 1942 & began recording many classic songs from the Great American Songbook. Eagle Eye Media's Live in Montreux series continues with a travel through time to June 22, 1969, featuring a performance from The First Lady of Song, Ella Fitzgerald. Featuring fully restored Black and White footage and remixed audio in 5.1 and DTS, this program presents a stunning performance from one of the most versatile jazz singers of all time. Joining Fitzgerald in this performance are: Tommy Flanagan (piano), Frank de la Rosa (bass), and Ed Thigpen (drums). Tracklist: 1. Give Me The Simple Life2. This Girl's In Love With You3. I Won't Dance4. A Place For Lovers5. That Old Black Magic6. Useless Landscape7. I Love You Madly8. Trouble Is A Man9. A Man And A Woman10. Sunshine Of Your Love11. Well Alright Okay You Win12. Hey Jude13. Scat Medley14. A House Is Not A Home
