#1 · 2016
Classic collaboration with Louis Armstrong blending warm jazz vocals and trumpet, essential for any jazz vinyl collection.
Duet albumJazz/Blues genreLabel: Jazz Images
Artist page · 04/07/2026
Ella Fitzgerald
Ella Fitzgerald, born in 1917 in Newport News, Virginia, was a pioneering American jazz singer with a career spanning decades, celebrated for her clarity and improvisational scat style.
20Albums on Vinyles.com
8768Discogs releases
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About
Ella Fitzgerald, The voice that shaped American jazz from Newport News to the world stage.
50 vinyls spanning jazz vocal, blues, and swing — rare pressings from major labels like Verve and Universal.
Ella Fitzgerald, often called the 'First Lady of Song,' left a lasting mark on jazz, swing, and blues. Born in 1917 in Newport News, Virginia, she developed a three-octave vocal range and became known for her purity, improvisation, and mastery of scat singing. Fitzgerald's recording career includes numerous releases across major labels like Verve and Universal, with vinyl editions ranging from studio to live performances. Her catalog on Vinyles.com highlights influential albums like 'Ella & Louis' and 'Clap Hands, Here Comes Charlie!' that showcase her ability to interpret jazz standards and collaborate with other jazz legends.
Vinyl enthusiasts will find a curated selection of audiophile editions, remastered versions, and live recordings, including limited edition pressings such…
Discography
Ella Fitzgerald — Discography
Studio albums, EPs and notable live records, from newest to oldest. Drag the timeline to browse.
Verve Records · 2025The Moment Of Truth (Ella At The Coliseum)
Studio
The Lost Recordings · 2025Live In Helsinki 1963 ● 1965
Live
The Lost Recordings · 2023Live In East Berlin 1967
Live
Mercury Studios · 2023Live At Montreux 1969
Live
Verve Records · 2022Ella At The Hollywood Bowl: The Irving Berlin Songbook
Studio
Verve Records · 2020The Lost Berlin Tapes
Studio
Verve Records · 2018Ella At The Shrine
Studio
Nederlands Jazz Archief · 2017'S Wonderful (Live In Amsterdam 1957 &1960)
Live
Fondamenta · 2017Live At The Concertgebouw 1961
Live
Verve Records · 2017Ella At Zardi's
Studio
Jazzline · 2016Live In Cologne 1974
Live
Jazz Hour · 2015Live In Brussels 1957
Live
BHM Productions · 2014Ella In Nichigeki Theatre, Tokyo
Studio
Bob City · 2013North Sea Jazz Legendary Concerts
Studio
Verve Records · 2009Twelve Nights In Hollywood
Studio
Concord Jazz · 2007Love Letters From Ella
Studio
TCB Records · 2006JATP Lausanne 1953
Studio
Pablo Records · 2001Sophisticated Lady
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Pablo Records · 1999Ella Fitzgerald In Budapest
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Playlist
Signature tracks
The tracks that sum up Ella Fitzgerald's career.
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Sleigh Ride
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02
Cheek to Cheek
The Lost Berlin Tapes · 2020
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Frosty the Snowman
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04
Dream A Little Dream Of Me - Single Version
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05
Dream a Little Dream of Me
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06
Summertime
The Lost Berlin Tapes · 2020
07
They Can't Take That Away From Me
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08
It's Only a Paper Moon
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The essentials
The 3 Ella Fitzgerald albums you absolutely need
Our pick, validated by the editorial team.
#2 · 2024
Showcases Fitzgerald’s swing prowess and scat technique, a vibrant album praised for its rhythmic drive and vocal agility.
Jazz/Blues genreLabel: UNIVERSAL MUSIC
#3 · 2022
A compelling live rendition of Irving Berlin’s songs, capturing the energy of a Hollywood Bowl concert with rich arrangements.
15 tracksLabel: Verve RecordsAvailable in stereo
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Collectors
For vinyl die-hards
The hidden side of the catalogue: rare pressings, sought-after matrices, Discogs values.
Market values (source: Discogs)
For each reference edition, these cards summarise the state of the global Discogs market. Market position places the average price of a copy between the observed min and max prices. Average price is the price seen for a mint-condition copy. Copies available counts listings currently for sale. Collectors who want it is the number of Discogs users who added it to their wantlist without owning it — a good signal of upcoming demand.
Live In Helsinki 1963 ● 1965
Market position
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Min price 280 €Max price 280 €
Average price
280,00 €
Only 1 copies for sale on Discogs
21 collectors want it (Discogs wantlist)
The Moment Of Truth (Ella At The Coliseum)
Market position
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Min price 9 €Max price 26 €
Average price
17,61 €
Only 41 copies for sale on Discogs
7 collectors want it (Discogs wantlist)
Live At Montreux 1969
Market position
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Min price 7 €Max price 13 €
Average price
9,86 €
Only 55 copies for sale on Discogs
34 collectors want it (Discogs wantlist)
Live In East Berlin 1967
Market position
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Min price 61 €Max price 61 €
Average price
60,90 €
Only 11 copies for sale on Discogs
59 collectors want it (Discogs wantlist)
Ella At The Hollywood Bowl: The Irving Berlin Songbook
Market position
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Min price 9 €Max price 20 €
Average price
12,52 €
Only 95 copies for sale on Discogs
8 collectors want it (Discogs wantlist)
The Lost Berlin Tapes
Market position
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Min price 14 €Max price 50 €
Average price
17,40 €
Only 49 copies for sale on Discogs
16 collectors want it (Discogs wantlist)
Notable pressings & editions
Face B
Side B: the hidden stories of Ella Fitzgerald
Studio secrets, touring anecdotes and B-sides worth the whole album.
With a three-octave range, Ella was remarkable for the purity of her voice and scat improvisation technique.— Jazz vocal analysis
01Live Album
Live In Helsinki 1963 ● 1965
This limited edition mono LP was recorded during two concerts in Helsinki, released in France in 2025 as a numbered edition by The Lost Recordings,label.
02Studio Album
The Moment Of Truth (Ella At The Coliseum)
Scheduled for release in 2025 by Verve Records in the US, this stereo LP album features nine tracks blending swing and big band styles.
03Live Performance
Live At Montreux 1969
A live vinyl LP from 2023 issued by Mercury Studios captures Ella’s 1969 Montreux performance with 12 jazz and vocal tracks.
04Live Recording
Live In East Berlin 1967
This 2023 French LP release offers a remastered, numbered edition of Ella's East Berlin 1967 concert, featuring 19 tracks in stereo and mono.
Records by Ella Fitzgerald
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FAQ
FAQ: Ella Fitzgerald on physical formats
The most common questions about pressings, reissues and limited editions.
What are some essential Ella Fitzgerald vinyl albums to collect?
Core vinyl choices include "Ella & Louis," "Clap Hands, Here Comes Charlie!" and "Ella At The Hollywood Bowl: The Irving Berlin Songbook" for their historical and audio qualities.
Which Ella Fitzgerald live performances are available on vinyl?
Notable live vinyls include "Live At Montreux 1969," "Live In East Berlin 1967," and the "Live In Helsinki 1963 ● 1965" recordings, many in limited editions.
What vinyl formats are common in Ella Fitzgerald’s discography?
Her vinyl releases often come as LP albums, sometimes in limited editions with remastered audio, numbered copies, and colored vinyl versions.
Are there audiophile pressings of Ella Fitzgerald’s albums?
Yes, editions such as 180g audiophile vinyls with improved sound quality exist for collectors focusing on audio fidelity.
Where can I find Ella Fitzgerald vinyl records in France?
France hosts several releases including "Live In Helsinki 1963 ● 1965" and "Live In East Berlin 1967" as limited edition numbered LPs available from specialty retailers.
How does Ella Fitzgerald’s jazz style reflect in her vinyl recordings?
Her clear voice, three-octave range, and scat improvisation showcase jazz, swing, and blues elements clearly in her recorded albums and live vinyl releases.
Which labels are notable for Ella Fitzgerald vinyl releases?
Labels like Verve Records, Universal Music, and 20th Century Masterworks have issued significant vinyl pressings featuring Ella’s work.
What are some popular tracks to look for on Ella Fitzgerald vinyl?
Famous tracks include "Mack The Knife," "Summertime," and "Cheek To Cheek," often featured across her studio and live albums.
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Sources & method
This page is compiled by the vinyles.com editorial team from public sources and our marketplace.
Our method
- Discographic data from MusicBrainz (dates, countries, activity period).
- Tracklists, artwork and genres retrieved via Discogs Masters.
- Values (low / median / high) and stock from the Discogs Marketplace.
- Audience and similar artists via Last.fm.
- Page updated automatically and reviewed by the editorial team.
Last updated: 04/07/2026