🎶 Duke Ellington — Newport 1956: Jimmy Grimes & Ray Nance Vocal Performance

Genre: Big Band, Swing, Vocal Jazz
Performers:
Duke Ellington (piano), Jimmy Grimes (vocals), Ray Nance (trumpet/vocals), Paul Gonsalves (tenor sax), Johnny Hodges (alto sax), Harry Carney (baritone sax), Jimmy Hamilton (clarinet/saxophone), Sam Woodyard (drums), full brass and woodwind section

Description:
Jimmy Grimes and Ray Nance share the spotlight, delivering smooth and soulful vocals. The orchestra complements them with swinging brass and saxophone lines, gradually building energy. The audience at Newport 1956 is fully engaged, enjoying a perfect blend of vocal and instrumental jazz.

Tags:
#DukeEllington, #JimmyGrimes, #RayNance, #PaulGonsalves, #JohnnyHodges, #HarryCarney, #JimmyHamilton, #SamWoodyard, #NewportJazz, #LiveJazz, #BigBand, #VocalJazz, #Saxophone, #Piano, #Trumpet, #JazzLegend, #JazzHistory, #1956