Ella Fitzgerald – Ella (VG+/VG+) – LP, AU 1969

Ella is an LP by Ella Fitzgerald from 1969 released on the Reprise Records label.

About this album

Ella is a supple late-1960s album that shows Ella Fitzgerald adapting her immaculate phrasing to a more contemporary pop and soul-jazz setting. Released in 1969, the record pairs her with a modern repertoire drawn from then-current material, giving familiar standards and recent hits a lighter, more rhythm-driven feel. Fitzgerald’s poise and swing remain the centre of gravity, but the arrangements bring a свежer, radio-friendly edge that suits her voice perfectly. It is a strong example of how she stayed musically current without losing the clarity, elegance and emotional control that made her one of jazz’s defining singers.