(4-CD set) It is generally acknowledged that Ella's really great years were the mid 50s, the period covered by this box set when she was recording with the likes of Louis Armstrong, Count Basie and Ellis Larkins, performing the works of Cole Porter, Rodgers & Hart and Duke Ellington. 83 tracks with a 52 page illustrated booklet including session detail, her story focusing on this period and rare photos from the time. Full press and promotion will accompany this set. Advertising in relevant jazz magazines.