--- product_id: 3247094 title: "And The Ellington Men 1956-1957 on" brand: "johnny hodges" price: "R1243" currency: ZAR in_stock: true reviews_count: 6 url: https://www.desertcart.co.za/products/3247094-and-the-ellington-men-1956-1957-on store_origin: ZA region: South Africa --- # And The Ellington Men 1956-1957 on **Brand:** johnny hodges **Price:** R1243 **Availability:** ✅ In Stock ## Quick Answers - **What is this?** And The Ellington Men 1956-1957 on by johnny hodges - **How much does it cost?** R1243 with free shipping - **Is it available?** Yes, in stock and ready to ship - **Where can I buy it?** [www.desertcart.co.za](https://www.desertcart.co.za/products/3247094-and-the-ellington-men-1956-1957-on) ## Best For - johnny hodges enthusiasts ## Why This Product - Trusted johnny hodges brand quality - Free international shipping included - Worldwide delivery with tracking - 15-day hassle-free returns ## Description The music here defies fad and fashion. Johnny Hodges and his alto sax speak with trademark elegance and eloquence part and parcel of having been with the Duke Ellington Orchestra in its most celebrated days. The sides included come from three of Hodges' classic albums: "Ellingtonia '56," "Duke's in Bed" and "The Big Sound," and the formations range from large combo units to the full-fledged Ellington band (without Duke). Rich, rocking, blue-boned relaxation is the mood, and this set of Hodges-guided numbers is full of his inimitable swing and ever-present touches of warmth and humor. CD1 JOHNNY HODGES OCTET: Ray Nance (tp), Lawrence Brown (tb), Johnny Hodges (as), Jimmy Hamilton (cl, ts), Harry Carney (bars), Billy Strayhorn (p), Jimmy Woode (b), Sam Woodyard (d) JOHNNY HODGES NONET: Clark Terry (tp) added; Quentin Jackson (tb), replaces Brown RECORDED New York City, 1956 CD2 JOHNNY HODGES AND HIS ORCHESTRA: Willie Cook, Clark Terry, Cat Anderson, Harold "Shorty" Baker, Ray Nance (tp), Quentin Jackson, John Sanders, Britt Woodman (tb), Johnny Hodges (as), Russell Procope (cl, as), Jimmy Hamilton (cl, ts), Paul Gonsalves (ts), Harry Carney (bars), Billy Strayhorn (p), Jimmy Woode (b), Sam Woodyard (d) RECORDED New York City, 1956-1957 ## Images ![And The Ellington Men 1956-1957 on - Image 1](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/71Qa22om3nL.jpg) ![And The Ellington Men 1956-1957 on - Image 2](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/81eywOHwqhL.jpg) ## Customer Reviews ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Memories revisited *by J***N on Reviewed in the United States on May 10, 2010* Over 40 years ago I purchased the LP of Ellingtonia 56 and later The Big Sound. I still have both but it is too much hassle to play them. I have been regularly viewing Amazon to see if the former was available on CD for upwards of 10 years so imagine my joy on finding that both were finally re-issued on a CD this year. The double disc got an immediate play as soon as they arrived and I was not disapointed that I had made the purchase. The sound is still vibrant and most importantly swings like made. The late, great Johhny Hodges was in fine form for these recordings as were the other members of the Ellington band. I would reccomend this purchase to any Ellington or Hodges fan as I am sure they will enjoy the recordings. ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ JOHNNY MINUS DUKE. *by M***O on Reviewed in the United States on January 20, 2015* I Must admit I like the first disc better containing the great album Ellingtonia '56. Truthfully everything is fine and swinging. Ray Nance, Cat Anderson, and other create moods tender and frantic. The sound is good ,and the price won't kill you. You will feel good for a long while with this one. Hard to resist. Love Johnny on the standards Letter and Had to be you. Hodges always a delight. ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Five Stars *by S***N on Reviewed in the United States on May 8, 2015* Great Recording of the small groups --- ## Why Shop on Desertcart? - 🛒 **Trusted by 1.3+ Million Shoppers** — Serving international shoppers since 2016 - 🌍 **Shop Globally** — Access 737+ million products across 21 categories - 💰 **No Hidden Fees** — All customs, duties, and taxes included in the price - 🔄 **15-Day Free Returns** — Hassle-free returns (30 days for PRO members) - 🔒 **Secure Payments** — Trusted payment options with buyer protection - ⭐ **TrustPilot Rated 4.5/5** — Based on 8,000+ happy customer reviews **Shop now:** [https://www.desertcart.co.za/products/3247094-and-the-ellington-men-1956-1957-on](https://www.desertcart.co.za/products/3247094-and-the-ellington-men-1956-1957-on) --- *Product available on Desertcart South Africa* *Store origin: ZA* *Last updated: 2026-04-22*