Fourteen numbers from the heyday of swing, composed sometime between 1930 and 1945, played and sung time and time again in ballrooms, or on the radio to advertise biscuits or war bonds, were recorded by Ella Fitzgerald in completely new and personal interpretations in 1961.

Clap Hands, Here Comes Charlie! is absolutely top notch as regards to musicality; perfect recording quality, superb accompaniment by a small ensemble, with room for improvisations; it offers a wonderful opportunity to discover something new in these evergreens. The songs of this recording conjure up bygone days, with listeners in the 21st century being offered a highly personal homage to one of the most successful periods in the 100-year history of jazz!

"These are all truly classic Verve titles that you simply don't want to miss...most importantly, the sound of these reissues is nothing short of astounding. Particularly the early Billie and Ella mono records are incredible treasures of sonic beauty. -  Winner of a 2012 Positive Feedback Online Writers'Choice Award/Danny Kaey, Positive Feedback Online, November-December 2011

- 200g 45RPM 2LP pressing

- Mastered by George Marino at Sterling Sound

- Pressed at Quality Record Pressings

1. Night in Tunisia

2. You're My Thrill

3. My Reverie

4. Stella By Starlight

5. 'Round Midnight

6. Jersey Bounce

7. Signing Off

8. Cry Me a River

9. This Year's Kisses

10. Good Morning Heartache

11. (I Was) Born To Be Blue

12. Clap Hands, Here Comes Charlie!

13. Spring Can Really Hang You Up the Most

14. Music Goes 'Round and 'Round