In Concert Copenhagen 1959

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Experience Louis Armstrong at the peak of his artistry with this exceptional concert given in Copenhagen in 1959, just months before his fatal heart attack. Taken from the famous "In Concert" recordings at the Falkoner Center, CD SCCD 36513 presents Armstrong's All Stars in explosive form: the fiery "Tiger Rag," the moving "Basin Street Blues," a powerful medley of "Black and Blue/Do You Know What It Means," and landmark tracks like "Mack the Knife" and "When the Saints Go Marching In." Featuring Velma Middleton, Trummy Young, Peanuts Hucko, Billy Kyle, Mort Herbert, and Danny Barcelona, this record reveals Armstrong's unmatched energy and emotional depth. The liner notes are written by Ricky Riccardi, director of research collections at the Louis Armstrong House Museum, Grammy Award winner, and one of the world's leading Armstrong scholars. A major addition to Armstrong's discography, presented with SteepleChase's renowned audio restoration. Recorded at Falkoner Centret in Copenhagen, Denmark, January 25 & 26/27 (tracks 14 & 15), 1959.