At the Opera House
Ella Fitzgerald · 1958
57 min · 17 tracks · jazz · soul · swing
Ella Fitzgerald's vibrant vocals soar over a rich backdrop of jazz standards, embodying the spirit of live performance.
Is this for you?
Good fit if you like
- wave-like dynamic performance flow
- vibrant vocals with rich backdrop
- captivating live concert energy
- nostalgic standards for evening relaxation
Maybe skip if you want
- seeking instant gratification
- prefer standalone tracks only
Where this album fits
- Themes
- theatrical jazz performance· 1950s swing revival· live concert energy
- Career context
- Released in 1958, 'At the Opera House' captures Ella Fitzgerald at the height of her career, following her groundbreaking work in the 1940s and early 1950s. This album showcases her ability to blend jazz with theatrical elements, further solidifying her status as one of the leading vocalists of the era.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Billie Holiday· Sarah Vaughan· Louis Armstrong
- Sounds like this from elsewhere
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Lady in Satin by Billie Holiday — Shares theatrical vocal delivery and emotional depth, emphasizing the live performance connection.Sarah Vaughan with Clifford Brown by Sarah Vaughan — Features rich vocal harmonies and jazz standards, maintaining a vibrant live performance atmosphere.After Midnight by Nat King Cole — Captures the swing revival with lush arrangements, highlighting the energy of live jazz performances.
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 It’s All Right With Me 2:31
- 2 Don’cha Go ’way Mad 2:42
- 3 Bewitched, Bothered and Bewildered 3:01
- 4 These Foolish Things 3:45
- 5 Ill Wind 2:47
- 7 Moonlight in Vermont 3:05
- 8 Them There Eyes 2:08
- 9 Stompin’ at the Savoy 5:14
- 10 It’s All Right With Me 2:45
- 11 Don’cha Go ’way Mad 2:31
- 12 Bewitched, Bothered and Bewildered 3:22
- 13 These Foolish Things 3:49
- 14 Ill Wind 2:53
- 15 Goody Goody 1:55
- 16 Moonlight in Vermont 3:16
- 17 Stompin’ at the Savoy 7:15
- 18 Oh, Lady Be Good 4:23
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