Duke Ellington's sublime collection, Duke Ellington: The Sacred Concerts, is a masterful blend of jazz, big band, swing music, and cool jazz, showcasing the legendary composer's profound exploration of the sacred and the spiritual. Released on 13 May 2016 by Rondeau Production, this captivating album spans 1 hour and 10 minutes, guiding listeners through a rich tapestry of sound and emotion.
The tracklist is a testament to Ellington's innovative genius, featuring iconic pieces such as 'In the Beginning God', 'Come Sunday', and 'The Lord's Prayer'. Each composition is a window into Ellington's unique vision, where the boundaries of jazz and sacred music are pushed and redefined. From the exuberant 'David Danced' to the poignant 'Father Forgive', Duke Ellington's masterful touch weaves a narrative that is both deeply personal and universally relatable.
With its unique fusion of styles and themes, Duke Ellington: The Sacred Concerts is an album that will resonate deeply with fans of jazz and beyond. Ellington's legacy as a visionary composer and performer is cemented in this remarkable collection, which continues to inspire and uplift audiences to this day.
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Tracks
The Sacred Concerts: In the Beginning GodDuke Ellington, Claudia Burghard, Joachim Rust, Gary Winters, Junges Vokalensemble Hannover, Klaus-Jurgen Etzold, Fette Hupe, Felix Petry, Lars Stoermer, Nils Brederlow, Coco Guerra, Eike Wulfmeier, Timo Warnecke, Benny Brown, Jörn Marcussen-Wulff
The Sacred Concerts: Will You Be ThereDuke Ellington, Gary Winters, Junges Vokalensemble Hannover, Klaus-Jurgen Etzold
The Sacred Concerts: Ain't but the OneDuke Ellington, Joachim Rust, Junges Vokalensemble Hannover, Fette Hupe, Daniel Zeinoun, Jörn Marcussen-Wulff
The Sacred Concerts: Come SundayDuke Ellington, Claudia Burghard, Fette Hupe, Jörn Marcussen-Wulff
The Sacred Concerts: David DancedDuke Ellington, Junges Vokalensemble Hannover, Fette Hupe, Felix Petry, Axel Beineke, Lars Stoermer, Jörn Marcussen-Wulff
The Sacred Concerts: Something 'Bout BelievingDuke Ellington, Claudia Burghard, Joachim Rust, Junges Vokalensemble Hannover, Fette Hupe, Klaus Spencker, Uwe Granitza, Jörn Marcussen-Wulff
The Sacred Concerts: The Lord's PrayerDuke Ellington, Claudia Burghard, Gary Winters, Fette Hupe, Jörn Marcussen-Wulff
The Sacred Concerts: Father ForgiveDuke Ellington, Gary Winters, Junges Vokalensemble Hannover, Klaus-Jurgen Etzold
The Sacred Concerts: The ShepherdDuke Ellington, Gary Winters, Fette Hupe, Jörn Marcussen-Wulff
The Sacred Concerts: It's FreedomDuke Ellington, Claudia Burghard, Gary Winters, Junges Vokalensemble Hannover, Klaus-Jurgen Etzold, Fette Hupe, Klaus Spencker, Uwe Granitza, Lars Stoermer, Nils Brederlow, Paul Engelmann, Jörn Marcussen-Wulff
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