The Essential Collection

Synopsis of The Essential Collection

«The Essential Collection» is the jazz compilation by Louis Armstrong released in 2011 on Intro on CD.

A compilation of 60 recordings by Louis Armstrong spanning early jazz classics and vocal pieces, with some live takes. Highlights include «When the Saints Go Marching In», «West End Blues» and «St. Louis Blues».

3-CD box set; the edition includes an overview of the artist's life and music, and the back cover details the line-ups playing on each track.

Will appeal to classic jazz fans wanting a broad selection of Louis Armstrong's repertoire.