album · April 30, 1999

Holiday in Harlem

Ella Fitzgerald

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This 1999 compilation captures highlights from Fitzgerald's 1960s recordings. It offers a survey of her work during a period of extensive touring and recording.

• The album was released on April 30, 1999, by the Documents label. It compiles material from the 1960s, showcasing Fitzgerald's vocal prowess. The release falls within the jazz and R&B genres.
• This compilation was released posthumously, long after Fitzgerald's active recording career. It draws from sessions recorded many years prior to its release date.
• The album was released on CD by Documents Records in 1999.

Ella Fitzgerald was an American jazz singer, often referred to as the "First Lady of Song." Her career spanned over six decades, and she is renowned for her improvisational ability, particularly in scat singing.