PURE PLEASURE Pure Pleasure Ella Fitzgerald Newport Jazz Festival Vinyl

Experience a legendary moment in jazz history with this 2-LP vinyl set from Pure Pleasure. Recorded at the Newport Jazz Festival at Carnegie Hall, this collection captures Ella Fitzgerald during a deeply moving period of her career. While her vocal range had shifted, the connection between the singer and her audience remains unmistakable. This recording offers a diverse listening experience, featuring Ella in multiple musical settings. Listen to her perform with the reconstituted Chick Webb Orchestra, or enjoy intimate arrangements alongside Ellis Larkins, Joe Pass, and Tommy Flanagan. The set also features notable performances from the Webb Orchestra, including late-career playing by "Lockjaw" Davis. From the soulful "Good Morning Heartache" to the upbeat "Nice Work If You Can Get It," these tracks provide a window into a master artist at work. This vinyl release is a must-have for collectors of classic jazz and fans of Ella Fitzgerald's timeless legacy.