  | That swingin' sound! : the musical friendship of Ella Fitzgerald and Louis Armstrong Author: Rajan, Rekha S. | |
| Price: $23.98 | ||
Summary:
A dual biography about jazz legends Ella Fitzgerald and Louis Armstrong, their rise to musical stardom, and their friendship.
| Illustrator: | Daley, Ken |
Reviews:
Kirkus Reviews (07/15/25)
Booklist (+) (00/10/25)
The Bulletin of the Center for Children's Books (+) (00/10/25)
Full Text Reviews:
Other - 09/22/2025 Rajan and Daley celebrate a legendary duo, Ella Fitzgerald (1917-1996) and Louis Armstrong (1901-1971), whose musical chemistry "would push and pull, push and pull. Until the music notes started to swing." The creators trace the figures’ distinct paths into music-Fitzgerald’s from Harlem, where she long yearned to perform at the Apollo, and Armstrong’s from New Orleans, where he "sang like a steam train thundering along the tracks." As adults, Armstrong played the trumpet across the U.S. while Fitzgerald performed in New York City. Their eventual meeting at the Hollywood Bowl marks a moment rendered as pivotal in dynamic text and electric-hued illustrations that echo the rhythm and energy of their collaboration. It’s a lively introduction to two icons whose friendship helped shape American music. Creators’ notes conclude. Ages 4-8. (Oct.) - Copyright 2025
