The Louis Armstrong Discography: Twilight (1963 - 1971)
The sixties saw the biggest cultural upheaval in the Western World since, well, the twenties. Once again, an old line of performers was washed aside by an unrelenting flood of fresh artists and their young fans. But this time, Louis Armstrong was the old line.
The decade that started off with a fine pairing with Duke Ellington, and kept rolling with a lively and inventive concept-album tribute by Dave Brubeck. But before long, Louis' recorded career sank into a morass of mediocre MOR, swept aside by the infectious energy of rock and roll. Late-decade attempts at a revival with a Disney collection and an ill-advised modern pop album did nothing to boost this falling-out; yet, true to form, his own enthusiasm never sagged.
Ironically, as his recorded output reached its nadir, Satch's popularity soared to its all-time peak. Spurred by the unexpected worldwide success of "Hello Dolly" (a song he had forgotten even recording!), he was suddenly in demand for every television venue available. A new generation of music buyers was handed a hearty introduction to the King of Jazz, though for many it was a long time before they could hope to grasp his importance. His last big hit, "What a Wonderful World", didn't really leave its mark until its inclusion in the film Good Morning, Vietnam, 16 years after he had passed away. But the song perfectly encapsulates the heart and soul of Louis Armstrong: anytime he appeared on film, played on stage, or performed on record, it was, indeed, a wonderful, wonderful world.
Armstrong died of a heart attack on July 6, 1971, at his home in Corona, Queens, New York, NY. He is interred in Flushing Cemetery in Queens, New York.
Louis Armstrong and The All Stars
December 3, 1963: New York, NY
The publisher got Glaser to get Armstrong to record this tune from a Broadway production that had yet to open simply as a way to promote the show. Louis and the boys clearly didn't think much of this toss-off tune and the record company overdubbed the nostalgic "Dixieland" banjo to give it a little extra pasteurized cheese pep. But when Glaser heard the demo, he smelled a hit and pushed hard to get it released. Within weeks, it would be the biggest selling disc in America (at the height of Beatlemania) and fuel Armstrong's popularity throughout his final decade.
- Hello, Dolly! (Herman, Jerry)
- A Lot Of Livin' To Do (Adams, Lee; Shouse, Charles)
Personnel
- Armstrong, Louis (Trumpet, Vocal)
- Young, Trummy (Trombone)
- Darensbourg, Joe (Clarinet)
- Gottuso, Tony (Banjo, Guitar)
- Kyle, Billy (Piano)
- Shaw, Arvell (Bass)
- Barcelona, Danny (Drums)
Mike Douglas Show (television)
January 13, 1964: Cleveland, OH
First show of a week of appearances on the popular talk show. The All Stars may be replaced by the house band on some cuts.
- Rockin' Chair (Carmichael, Hoagy)
- Douglas, Mike (Vocal)
- Lazy Bones
- Douglas, Mike (Vocal)
- Gone Fishin'
- Douglas, Mike (Vocal)
- When It's Sleepy Time Down South (Rene, Otis; Rene, Leon; Muse, Clarence)
- My Bucket's Got a Hole In It
- Struttin' With Some Barbecue (Hardin, Lil)
- When The Saints Go Marchin' In
- Douglas, Mike (Vocal)
Personnel
- Armstrong, Louis (Trumpet, Vocal)
- Moore, Russel "Big Chief" (Trombone)
- Darensbourg, Joe (Clarinet)
- Kyle, Billy (Piano)
- Shaw, Arvell (Bass)
- Barcelona, Danny (Drums)
Mike Douglas Show (television)
January 14, 1964: Cleveland, OH
- Blueberry Hill
- Now You Has Jazz (Porter, Cole)
- High Society Calypso
- (Back Home Again in) Indiana (Hanley, James F.; MacDonald, Ballard)
- St. Louis Blues (Handy, W.C.)
- Brown, Jewel (Vocal)
Mike Douglas Show (television)
January 15, 1964: Cleveland, OH
- Ain't Misbehavin'
- Douglas, Mike (Vocal)
- Wabash Blues
- Yellow Dog Blues
- Someday You'll Be Sorry
Mike Douglas Show (television)
January 16, 1964: Cleveland, OH
- Basin Street Blues
- Douglas, Mike (Vocal)
- Old Man Mose
Mike Douglas Show (television)
January 17, 1964: Cleveland, OH
- You Rascal You (I'll Be Glad When You're Dead)
- I Cover the Waterfront
- Douglas, Mike (Vocal)
- Muskrat Ramble
- I Can't Give You Anything But Love
What's My Line? (television)
March 22, 1964: Unknown location
Appearance as a "Mystery Guest"
Louis Armstrong and The All Stars
April 18, 1964: New York, NY
After a two-year studio layoff, Armstrong is suddenly in demand for recording by any and all labels interested at all. Amazing what a hit record can do!
- Jeepers Creepers (Warren, Harry; Mercer, John H.)
- Hey, Look Me Over (Coleman, Cy; Leigh, Carolyn)
- I Still Get Jealous (Styne, Jule; Cahn, Sammy)
- Someday (Armstrong, Louis)
- A Kiss To Build A Dream On (Kalmar, Bert; Ruby, Harry; Hammerstein, Oscar II)
- Blueberry Hill (Lewis, Al; Stock, Larry; Rose, Vincent)
- Be My Life's Companion (Hilliard, Bob; Delugg, Milton)
- It's Been A Long Long Time (Styne, Jule; Cahn, Sammy)
- You Are Woman, I Am Man (Merrill, Bob; Styne, Jule)
- Moon River (Mercer, Johnny; Mancini, Henry)
Personnel
- Armstrong, Louis (Trumpet, Vocal)
- Moore, Russell "Big Chief" (Trombone)
- Darensbourg, Joe (Clarinet)
- Kyle, Billy (Piano)
- Thompson, Glen (Banjo, Guitar)
- Shaw, Arvell (Bass)
- Barcelona, Danny (Drums)
- Unknown personnel (Strings)
- Unknown personnel (Woodwinds)
The Hollywood Palace (Episode 1.22) (television)
May 30, 1964: Hollywood, CA
Armstrongs first of six appearances on the popular, long-running Saturday night variety show of the mid-to-late 1960's, originating from the Hollywood Palace Theater (formerly the El Capitan) on Hollywood Boulevard. There was a revolving guest host, usually a singer or comedian, each week. Bing Crosby was the most frequent guest host (including, of course, the Christmas Week show), but other frequent guest hosts included Sammy Davis, Jr., Jimmy Durante, Don Adams, Fred Astaire, and Judy Garland. The Rolling Stones made their first U.S. TV appearence on the show in 1964. The waning popularity of weekly variety shows contributed to "Hollywood Palace" being cancelled in early 1970, but it's still well-remembered by its many fans. (Bob Sorrentino, IMDB)
Louis Armstrong and The All Stars
September 3, 1964: New York, NY
"So Long, Dearie" was songwriter Jerry Herman's followup to "Hello, Dolly."
- So Long, Dearie (Herman, Jerry) [master 33848]
- Pretty Little Missy (Armstrong, Louis; Kyle, Billy) [master 33849]
Personnel
- Armstrong, Louis (Trumpet, Vocal)
- Moore, Russell "Big Chief" (Trombone)
- Darensbourg, Joe (Clarinet)
- Kyle, Billy (Piano)
- Thompson, Glen (Banjo, Guitar)
- Shaw, Arvell (Bass)
- Barcelona, Danny (Drums)
- Unknown personnel (Strings)
- Unknown personnel (Woodwinds)
The Ed Sullivan Show (episode 18.2) (television)
October 4, 1964: New York, NY
- Hello, Dolly
- So Long Dearie
Louis Armstrong and The All Stars
November 3, 1964: New York, NY
- Bye 'n Bye (Armstrong, Louis) [master 34066]
- Faith (Unknown) [master 34067]
Personnel
- Armstrong, Louis (Trumpet, Vocal)
- Moore, Russell "Big Chief" (Trombone)
- Darensbourg, Joe (Clarinet)
- Kyle, Billy (Piano)
- Raim, Walter (Banjo, Guitar)
- Shaw, Arvell (Bass)
- Barcelona, Danny (Drums)
The Hollywood Palace (Episode #2.13) (television)
December 19, 1964: Hollywood, CA
Not listed in Willems discography
The Bell Telephone Hour: The American Song (NBC) (television)
February 2, 1965: Unknown Location
- When It's Sleepy Time Down South (Rene, Otis; Rene, Leon; Muse, Clarence)
- (Back Home Again in) Indiana (Hanley, James F.; MacDonald, Ballard)
- A Kiss to Build a Dream On
- Blueberry Hill
- Basin Street Blues
- Hello, Dolly
Hello Satchmo (film)
March 1, 1965: Lucerna Hall, Prague, Czechoslovakia
25-minute documentary of Armstrong's visit to Prague filmed by the (then-young) documentary film maker Jan Spata. Not included in Willems discography.
Presumably, the same concert was released in 1980 as Louis Armstrong In Prague: Lucerna Hall 1965 on Panton 8015 0075, and later on Meteor Records CDMT 032. Available in MP3 on Amazon with Indiana mislabeled as Louisiana.
- When It's Sleepy Time Down South (Rene, Otis; Rene, Leon; Muse, Clarence)
- My Bucket's Got A Hole In It
- Tiger Rag (LaRocca, Nick)
- (Back Home Again in) Indiana (Hanley, James F.; MacDonald, Ballard)
- Hello, Dolly
- When the Saints Go Marching In
- Royal Garden Blues (Williams, Clarence; Williams, Spencer)
- The Faithful Hussar
- Mack the Knife (Weill, Kurt; Brecht, Bertolt; Blitzstein, Marc)
- Struttin' With Some Barbecue (Hardin, Lil)
- Blueberry Hill
Personnel
- Armstrong, Louis (Trumpet, Vocal)
- Glen, Tyree (Trombone)
- Shu, Eddie (Clarinet)
- Kyle, Billy (Piano)
- Shaw, Arvell (Bass)
- Barcelona, Danny (Drums)
Louis Armstrong and His All Stars
March 22, 1965: Friedrichstadtpalast, Berlin, Germany
Released on iTunes and as two stereo CDs by Jazzpoint Records: JP 1062 and JP 1063
- When It's Sleepy Time Down South (Rene, Otis; Rene, Leon; Muse, Clarence)
- Blueberry Hill
- Without a Song
- Struttin' With Some Barbecue (Hardin, Lil)
- The Faithful Hussar
- Memories of You
- Hello, Dolly
- Tiger Rag (LaRocca, Nick)
- Black and Blue, (What Did I Do To Be So) (Waller, Thomas; Razaf, Andy; Brooks, Harry)
- When I Grow Too Old to Dream
- Lover, Come Back to Me
- Can't Help Loving that Man
- When the Saints Go Marching In
- Royal Garden Blues (Williams, Clarence; Williams, Spencer)
- How High the Moon (Nancy Hamilton; Morgan Lewis)
- Stompin' at the Savoy (Sampson, Edgar)
- I Left My Heart in San Francisco
- Brown, Jewel (Vocal)
- My Man
- Brown, Jewel (Vocal)
- Mop Mop (Coleman Hawkins)
- When It's Sleepy Time Down South (Rene, Otis; Rene, Leon; Muse, Clarence)
Personnel
- Armstrong, Louis (Trumpet, Vocal)
- Glen, Tyree (Trombone)
- Shu, Eddie (Clarinet)
- Kyle, Billy (Piano)
- Shaw, Arvell (Bass)
- Barcelona, Danny (Drums)
The Hollywood Palace (Episode #2.30 and #3.2) (television)
April 11, 1965: ABC Palace Theatre, Los Angeles, CA
Two programs taped on the same day and aired May 1, 1965 and May 29, 1965.
- Hello, Dolly
- When The Saints Go Marchin' In
- Mack the Knife (Weill, Kurt; Brecht, Bertolt; Blitzstein, Marc)
- Blueberry Hill
- Old Man Time
- Durante, Jimmy (Vocal)
- Way Down Yonder In New Orleans
- Dardanella
- Crosby, Bing (Vocal)
- South Rampart Street Parade
- Crosby, Bing (Vocal)
Personnel
- Armstrong, Louis (Trumpet, Vocal)
- Glenn, Tyree (Trombone)
- Shu, Eddie (Clarinet)
- Kyle, Billy (Piano)
- Shaw, Arvell (Bass)
- Barcelona, Danny (Drums)
- Unknown personnel (Choir)
- Unknown personnel (Studio Orchestra)
- Mitchell Ayres (Conductor)
Louis Armstrong and His All Stars
June 4, 1965: Paris, France
Released on a Double LP The Essential Louis Armstrong: Recorded Live At The Palais Des Sports, Paris, 1965. Digitally remastered by Alexis Frenkel and Christophe Henault (Art Et Son Studio, Paris, France) in 2001 for a CD release on Verve.
- When It's Sleepy Time Down South (Rene, Otis; Rene, Leon; Muse, Clarence)
- (Back Home Again in) Indiana (Hanley, James F.; MacDonald, Ballard)
- Tiger Rag (LaRocca, Nick)
- When I Grow Too Old To Dream
- Perdido
- Hello Dolly
- On The Alamo
- Cabaret (Kander, John; Ebb, Fred)
- A Kiss To Build A Dream On (Kalmar, Bert; Ruby, Harry; Hammerstein, Oscar II)
- Lover Come Back To Me
- Can't Help Lovin' That Man
- Mop Mop / Blueberry Hill (Coleman Hawkins)
- Muskrat Ramble
- Volare (Modugno, Domenico; Migliacci, Franco)
- Cocktails For Two
- Stompin' At The Savoy (Sampson, Edgar)
- Improvisations On It's Easy To Remember
- Improvisations On Teach Me Tonight
- That's My Desire
- Ole Miss
- Mack The Knife
- Medley: Tenderly / You'll Never Walk Alone / Mop Mop (Boff Boff)
- I Left My Heart in San Francisco
- My Man
- Bill Bailey, Won't You Please Come Home
- When The Saints Go Marchin' In / Finale.
Personnel
- Armstrong, Louis (Trumpet, Vocal)
- Glenn, Tyree (Trombone)
- Shu, Eddie (Clarinet)
- Kyle, Billy (Piano)
- Catlett, Buddy (Bass)
- Barcelona, Danny (Drums)
Shindig (ABC) (television)
July, 1965: Hollywood, CA
Two shows recorded on the same day for air on November 4, 1965 and November 11, 1965. The first has been issued on video as "Solo" (Jazz Classics JCVC 102)
- When It's Sleepy Time Down South (Rene, Otis; Rene, Leon; Muse, Clarence)
- Struttin' With Some Barbecue (Hardin, Lil)
- Avalon
- I've Got A Lot Of Livin' To Do
- Mack The Knife
- Ole Miss
- (Back Home Again in) Indiana (Hanley, James F.; MacDonald, Ballard)
- My Bucket's Got A Hole In It
- Tiger Rag (LaRocca, Nick)
- Blueberry Hill
- Hello, Dolly
- When The Saints Go Marchin' In
- My Man
- Brown, Jewel (Vocal)
- I Left My Heart in San Francisco
- Brown, Jewel (Vocal)
Personnel
- Armstrong, Louis (Trumpet, Vocal)
- Glenn, Tyree (Trombone, Vocal, Vibraphone)
- Bailey, Buster (Clarinet)
- Kyle, Billy (Piano)
- Catlett, Buddy (Bass)
- Barcelona, Danny (Drums)
Where the Boys Meet the Girls (film)
July 26, 1965: Hollywood, CA
Personnel
- Armstrong, Louis (Trumpet, Vocal)
- Glenn, Tyree (Trombone)
- Bailey, Buster (Clarinet)
- Kyle, Billy (Piano)
- Catlett, Buddy (Bass)
- Barcelona, Danny (Drums)
Louis Armstrong and The All Stars
September 10, 1965: Hollywood, CA
"I Like This Kind of Party" and "The Three of Us" were originally released only in Europe.
- Short But Sweet (Rosen, S.; Puglisi, T.; Armstrong, Louis) [master 36834]
- The Circle Of Your Arms (Leigh, C.; Segal, J.) [master 36857]
- I Like This Kind Of Party [master 36858]
- The Three Of Us [master 36859]
Personnel
- Armstrong, Louis (Trumpet, Vocal)
- Glenn, Tyree (Trombone)
- Bailey, Buster (Clarinet)
- Kyle, Billy (Piano)
- Gray, John (Banjo)
- Catlett, Buddy (Bass)
- Barcelona, Danny (Drums)
The Dean Martin Show (NBC) (television)
September 26, 1966: Los Angeles, CA
Two shows taped simultaneously and aired on October 21, 1965 and December 9, 1965. IMDB lists a Dean Martin Show appearance that aired on November 3, 1966 but is not listed in Willems discography. Armstrong joins host Martin, Les Brown and His Band of Renown, strings and a chorus on the two medleys.
- A Lot Of Livin' To Do
- My Bucket's Got A Hole In It
- Someday You'll Be Sorry
- So Long Dearie
- Medley I
- Rockabye Your Baby, Sleepytime Down South, Mississippi Mud, Down By The Riverside, Swanee, Bill Bailey, Hot Time In The Old Town, When The Saints Go Marching In
- Martin, Dean (Vocal)
- www.youtube.com
- Medley II
- Martin, Dean (Vocal)
Personnel
- Armstrong, Louis (Trumpet, Vocal)
- Glenn, Tyree (Trombone, Vocal)
- Bailey, Buster (Clarinet)
- Kyle, Billy (Piano)
- Catlett, Buddy (Bass)
- Barcelona, Danny (Drums)
A Man Called Adam (film)
November, 1965: Boston, MA
Supporting role as Willie Ferguson in this Sammy Davis Jr. vehicle.
- Someday, Sweetheart
- Back O' Town Blues (Armstrong, Louis; Russell, Luis)
- Muskrat Ramble
- Ole Miss
Personnel
- Armstrong, Louis (Trumpet, Vocal)
- Glenn, Tyree (Trombone, Vocal)
- Bailey, Buster (Clarinet)
- Kyle, Billy (Piano)
- Catlett, Buddy (Bass)
- Barcelona, Danny (Drums)
I've Got a Secret (television)
December 27, 1965: New York, NY
Panel discussion with Steve Allen, including an appearance by Peter Davis, who was Armstrong's first music teacher when Armstrong was incarcerated at the Colored Waif's Home in 1912.
Louis Armstrong and The All Stars
April, 1966: New York, NY
"Saints" was paired with "Mame", from the following session, for a new single.
- When The Saints Go Marchin' In (Traditional) [master 38008]
- Cheesecake (Fields, I.; Armstrong, Louis) [master 38009]
- Tyree's Blues (Glenn, Tyree; Armstrong, Louis) [master 38010]
Personnel
- Armstrong, Louis (Trumpet, Vocal)
- Glenn, Tyree (Trombone)
- Bailey, Buster (Clarinet)
- Napoleon, Marty (Piano)
- Lernia, Alfred Di (Banjo)
- Catlett, Buddy (Bass)
- Barcelona, Danny (Drums)
Louis Armstrong and The All Stars
May, 1966: New York, NY
"Mame" became the new Armstrong single, backed with "The Saints..." from the April session.
- Mame (Herman, Jerry) [master 38500]
- Unknown Title (Unknown) [master 38501 Mercury unreleased]
- Tin Roof Blues (Mares; Melrose; Pollack; Stitzel) [master 38502]
Personnel
- Armstrong, Louis (Trumpet, Vocal)
- Glenn, Tyree (Trombone)
- Bailey, Buster (Clarinet)
- Napoleon, Marty (Piano)
- Lernia, Alfred Di (Banjo)
- Catlett, Buddy (Bass)
- Barcelona, Danny (Drums)
Louis Armstrong With Guy Lombardo's Orchestra
July, 1966: New York, NY
A one-off single for Capitol with a bandleader that Armstrong, oddly enough, deeply admired.
- Mumbo Jumbo (Unknown) [master 45-26377]
- Come Along Down (Unknown) [master 45-26378]
Personnel
- Armstrong, Louis (Trumpet, Vocal)
- Lombardo, Guy (Conductor)
- Unknown personnel (Orchestra)
Louis Armstrong and The All Stars
August 25, 1966: New York, NY
- Canal Street Blues (Oliver, Joe "King") [master CO 90013]
Personnel
- Armstrong, Louis (Trumpet, Vocal)
- Glenn, Tyree (Trombone)
- Bailey, Buster (Clarinet)
- Napoleon, Marty (Piano)
- Dominick, Robert (Banjo)
- Catlett, Buddy (Bass)
- Barcelona, Danny (Drums)
Louis Armstrong and The All Stars
August 25, 1966: New York, NY
The cavalcade of show tunes continues with this one-off single, now for Columbia.
- Cabaret (Kander, John; Ebb, Fred) [master CO 90014]
Personnel
- Armstrong, Louis (Trumpet, Vocal)
- Glenn, Tyree (Trombone)
- Bailey, Buster (Clarinet)
- Napoleon, Marty (Piano)
- Dominick, Robert (Banjo)
- Catlett, Buddy (Bass)
- Barcelona, Danny (Drums)
- Unknown personnel (Strings)
- Mersey, Bob (Conductor)
The Ed Sullivan Show (episode 20.1) (television)
September 11, 1966: New York, NY
Armstrong's final appearance on, perhaps, the most important television variety show of the 20th century.
- Cabaret (Kander, John; Ebb, Fred)
Personnel
- Armstrong, Louis (Trumpet, Vocal)
- Glenn, Tyree (Trombone)
- Bailey, Buster (Clarinet)
- Napoleon, Marty (Piano)
- Di Lernia, Alfred (Banjo)
- Catlett, Buddy (Bass)
- Barcelona, Danny (Drums)
- Unknown personnel (Studio Orchestra)
- Ray Bloch (Conductor)
The Hollywood Palace (Episode #4.26) (television)
September, 1966: Hollywood, CA
Air date April 1, 1967
- Cheesecake
- Let's Sing Like A Dixieland Band
- Muskrat Ramble
Personnel
- Armstrong, Louis (Trumpet, Vocal)
- Crosby, Bing (Vocal)
- Glenn, Tyree (Trombone)
- Bailey, Buster (Clarinet)
- Napoleon, Marty (Piano)
- Catlett, Buddy (Bass)
- Barcelona, Danny (Drums)
Danny Kaye Show (television)
September, 1966: Los Angeles, CA
- Blueberry Hill
- C'est Si Bon (Henri Betti; André Hornez; Jerry Seelen)
- Medley of 12 Armstrong Hits
- Kaye, Danny (Vocal)
Personnel
- Armstrong, Louis (Trumpet, Vocal)
- Glenn, Tyree (Trombone)
- Bailey, Buster (Clarinet)
- Napoleon, Marty (Piano)
- Catlett, Buddy (Bass)
- Barcelona, Danny (Drums)
Louis Armstrong With Gerald Sims' Orchestra
March, 1967: New York, NY
A jump over to Brunswick for a pair of singles.
- Day Dream (Unknown) [master 118624]
- Step Down Brother, Next Case (Unknown) [master 118625]
- Louis' Dream (Unknown) [master 118626]
- Northern Boulevard Blues (Unknown) [master 118627]
Personnel
- Armstrong, Louis (Trumpet, Vocal)
- Glenn, Tyree (Trombone)
- Bailey, Buster (Clarinet)
- Napoleon, Marty (Piano)
- Dominick, Robert (Banjo)
- Catlett, Buddy (Bass)
- Barcelona, Danny (Drums)
- Unknown personnel (Strings)
- Sims, Gerald (Conductor)
The Tonight Show (television)
June 22, 1967: New York, NY
- Hello, Dolly (Herman, Jerry)
- Mame (Herman, Jerry)
Personnel
- Armstrong, Louis (Trumpet, Vocal)
- Glenn, Tyree (Trombone)
- Newson, Tony (Clarinet)
- Napoleon, Marty (Piano)
- Mottola, Tony (Banjo)
- Safranski, Ed (Bass)
- Shaughnessy, Ed (Drums)
Louis Armstrong and the All Stars
July 25, 1967: The Odd Fellow Paleet, Copenhagen, Denmark
- Mack the Knife (Weill, Kurt; Brecht, Bertolt; Blitzstein, Marc)
- Back O'Town Blues (Armstrong, Louis; Russell, Luis)
- Old Miss
- St. James Infirmary
- Cabaret (Kander, John; Ebb, Fred)
- You'll Never Walk Alone
Personnel
- Armstrong, Louis (Trumpet, Vocal)
- Glenn, Tyree (Trombone)
- Muranyi, Joe (Clarinet)
- Napoleon, Marty (Piano)
- Catlett, Buddy (Bass)
- Barcelona, Danny (Drums)
French Television Broadcast (television)
July 26, 1967: Juan-Les-Pins, France
First of two nights at the Antibes Jazz Festival.
- When It's Sleepy Time Down South (Rene, Otis; Rene, Leon; Muse, Clarence)
- (Back Home Again in) Indiana (Hanley, James F.; MacDonald, Ballard)
- St. James Infirmary
- Tiger Rag (LaRocca, Nick)
- Please Don't Talk About Me When I'm Gone
- Napoleon, Marty (Piano)
- Hello, Dolly (Herman, Jerry)
- Medley: Just a Closer Walk with Thee / Them There Eyes
- Muranyi, Joe (Clarinet)
- I Love Paris (Porter, Cole)
- Misty
- Glenn, Tyree (Trombone)
- This Could Be the Start of Something Big
- Brown, Jewel (Vocal)
- Time after Time
- Brown, Jewel (Vocal)
- Bill Bailey
- Brown, Jewel (Vocal)
- Mop Mop / Cabaret (Coleman Hawkins; Kander, John; Ebb, Fred)
- When The Saints Go Marchin' In (Traditional)
- Ole Miss Blues (Handy, W.C.; Hirsch, W.)
- A Kiss To Build A Dream On (Kalmar, Bert; Ruby, Harry; Hammerstein, Oscar II)
- Muskrat Ramble
- Blueberry Hill (Rose, Vincent; Stock, Larry; Lewis, Al)
- The Song is Ended (Berlin, Irving)
- Catlett, Buddy (Bass)
- Volare (Modugno, Domenico; Migliacci, Franco)
- Glenn, Tyree (Trombone)
- What the World Needs Now (Bacharach, Burt; David, Hal)
- Brown, Jewel (Vocal)
- I Will Be Around
- Brown, Jewel (Vocal)
- There'll Be Some Changes Made
- Brown, Jewel (Vocal)
- Mack the Knife (Weill, Kurt; Brecht, Bertolt; Blitzstein, Marc)
- Stompin' at the Savoy (Sampson, Edgar)
- Barcelona, Danny (Drums)
- Medley: Tenderly, You'll Never Walk Alone (Gross, Walter; Lawrence, Jack; Rogers, Richard; Hammerstein II, Oscar)
- Mop Mop (Coleman Hawkins)
- Barcelona, Danny (Drums)
- When It's Sleepy Time Down South (Rene, Otis; Rene, Leon; Muse, Clarence)
Personnel
- Armstrong, Louis (Trumpet, Vocal)
- Glenn, Tyree (Trombone)
- Muranyi, Joe (Clarinet)
- Napoleon, Marty (Piano)
- Catlett, Buddy (Bass)
- Barcelona, Danny (Drums)
French Television Broadcast (television)
July 27, 1967: Juan-Les-Pins, France
Second of two nights at the Antibes Jazz Festival.
- When It's Sleepy Time Down South (Rene, Otis; Rene, Leon; Muse, Clarence)
- (Back Home Again in) Indiana (Hanley, James F.; MacDonald, Ballard)
- A Kiss To Build A Dream On (Kalmar, Bert; Ruby, Harry; Hammerstein, Oscar II)
- Tiger Rag (LaRocca, Nick)
- The Girl from Ipanema
- Hello, Dolly
- Pee Wee's Blues
- Avalon
- Don't Take Your Love From Me
- This Could Be the Start of Something Big
- Brown, Jewel (Vocal)
- Time after Time
- Brown, Jewel (Vocal)
- Bill Bailey
- Brown, Jewel (Vocal)
- When The Saints Go Marchin' In
- Ole Miss Blues (Handy, W.C.; Hirsch, W.)
- Cabaret (Kander, John; Ebb, Fred)
- Muskrat Ramble
- Blueberry Hill
- Volare (Modugno, Domenico; Migliacci, Franco)
- Glenn, Tyree (Trombone)
- That's My Desire
- Blues in the Closet
- The Good Life
- Sacha's Blues
- Mack the Knife (Weill, Kurt; Brecht, Bertolt; Blitzstein, Marc)
- What the World Needs Now (Bacharach, Burt; David, Hal)
- Brown, Jewel (Vocal)
- What a Difference a Day Made
- Brown, Jewel (Vocal)
- Everyday I Have the Blues
- Brown, Jewel (Vocal)
- Stompin' At The Savoy
- Barcelona, Danny (Drums)
- Medley: Tenderly, You'll Never Walk Alone (Gross, Walter; Lawrence, Jack; Rogers, Richard; Hammerstein II, Oscar)
- Mop Mop (Coleman Hawkins)
- When It's Sleepy Time Down South (Rene, Otis; Rene, Leon; Muse, Clarence)
Personnel
- Armstrong, Louis (Trumpet, Vocal)
- Glenn, Tyree (Trombone)
- Muranyi, Joe (Clarinet)
- Napoleon, Marty (Piano)
- Sacha Distel (Guitar)
- Catlett, Buddy (Bass)
- Barcelona, Danny (Drums)
The Tonight Show (television)
August 3, 1967: New York, NY
- Blueberry Hill
- Cabaret (Kander, John; Ebb, Fred)
Personnel
- Armstrong, Louis (Trumpet, Vocal)
- Glenn, Tyree (Trombone)
- Muranyi, Joe (Clarinet)
- Napoleon, Marty (Piano)
- Ryerson, Art (Guitar)
- Catlett, Buddy (Bass)
- Barcelona, Danny (Drums)
Louis Armstrong's Orchestra And Chorus
August 16, 1967: United Studios, Las Vegas, NV
There are some discrepancies in information about "What a Wonderful World." Willems (pp 380) places the recording in New York City, while Jack Doyle places the recording in Las Vegas during Armstrong's stint at the Hotel Tropicana. Willems and the HMV 45-RPM single (POP 1615) list "G. Douglas" as a writer instead of producer "Bob Thiele," who both Doyle and the ASCAP database instead credit as one of the two writers. Willems lists Tommy Goodman as the arranger, while Doyle credits Artie Butler. "What a Wonderful World" was a top selling single in Britain in 1968, but the song was not promoted as a single in the US, reputedly because of the recalcitrance of ABC executive Larry Newton, who was vehemently opposed to Armstrong recording the song in the first place. Armstrong would have the posthumous last laugh when the song would reach prominence after inclusion in the film Good Morning, Vietnam two decades later in 1987. That usage of the song is actually an anachronism since it is played in a scene set in 1965 (two years before the recording), but director Barry Levinson felt the song's aptness to the scene was worth the historical inaccuracy.
- The Sunshine of Love (Whitcup, Leonard; Gierich, C.; Douglass, G.) [master AMP 14206]
- What A Wonderful World (Weiss, George David; Thiele, Robert; Douglas, G.) [master AMP 14207]
Personnel
- Armstrong, Louis (Trumpet, Vocal)
- Wilder, Joe (Trumpet)
- Terry, Clark (Trumpet)
- Frosk, John (Trumpet)
- Green, Urbie (Trombone)
- Johnson, J.J. (Trombone)
- Glenn, Tyree (Trombone)
- Trimboli, Dan (Woodwinds)
- Marowitz, Sam (Woodwinds)
- Richardson, Jerome (Woodwinds)
- Stanfeld, Raymond (Baritone Saxophone)
- Jones, Hank (Piano)
- Napoleon, Marty (Celeste)
- Hanlon, Allen (Guitar)
- Ryerson, Art (Guitar)
- Suyker, Wilard (Guitar)
- Savakus, Russell (Bass)
- Tate, Grady (Drums)
- Hard, Warren (Percussion)
- Samaroff, Tosch (Violin)
- Weiss, Avren (Violin)
- Aubert, Henri (Violin)
- Pintavalla, John (Violin)
- Carr, Norren (Violin)
- Pepper, Joseph (Violin)
- Tryon, Jesse (Violin)
- Brand, Julius (Violin)
- Mankovitz, David (Violin)
- Glick, Jacob (Violin)
- Unknown personnel (Choir)
- Goodman, Tommy (Arranger, Conductor)
- Butler, Artie (Arranger)
- Thiele, Robert (Producer)
Louis Armstrong and the All Stars
August 16, 1967: United Studios, Las Vegas, NV
This is Armstrong's second recording of "Cabaret." The first recording for Columbia in 1966 features strings behind a subdued All Stars, while this second recording for ABC features is a much more lively and improvisational All-Stars-only performance clearly reflecting a year of the group living with the song on the road.
- Hellzapoppin' (Grudeff, Marion; Jessel, Raymond) [master AMP 14208]
- Cabaret (Kander, John; Ebb, Fred) [master AMP 14209]
Personnel
- Armstrong, Louis (Trumpet, Vocal)
- Glenn, Tyree (Trombone)
- Muranyi, Joe (Clarinet)
- Napoleon, Marty (Piano)
- Ryerson, Art (Guitar (Banjo?))
- Catlett, Buddy (Bass)
- Barcelona, Danny (Drums)
Louis Armstrong With Dick Jacobs' Orchestra
October 9, 1967: New York, NY
- Rosie [master 119490]
- You'll Never Walk Alone (Rogers, Richard; Hammerstein, Oscar II) [master 119491]
- Willkommen [master 119492]
Personnel
- Armstrong, Louis (Trumpet, Vocal)
- Glenn, Tyree (Trombone)
- Muranyi, Joe (Clarinet)
- Hayes, Ernie (Organ)
- Napoleon, Marty (Piano)
- Ryerson, Art (Guitar)
- Caiola, Al (Guitar)
- Barksdale, Everett (Electric Bass)
- Catlett, Buddy (Bass)
- Tate, Grady (Drums)
- Unknown personnel (Choir)
- James, Dick (Conductor)
The Tonight Show (television)
October 11, 1967: New York, NY
- What a Wonderful World (Weiss, George David; Thiele, Robert)
- You'll Never Walk Alone
Personnel
- Armstrong, Louis (Vocal)
- Unknown personnel (Studio Orchestra)
- Severinsen, Doc (Conductor)
Louis Armstrong With Dick Jacobs' Orchestra
November 1, 1967: New York, NY
- The Happy Time (Kander, John; Ebb, Fred)
- I Believe
- The Gypsy In My Soul
- That's My Desire (Kresa, Helmy; Loveday, Carroll)
Personnel
- Armstrong, Louis (Trumpet, Vocal)
- Glenn, Tyree (Trombone, Vocal)
- Muranyi, Joe (Clarinet)
- Hayes, Ernie (Organ)
- Napoleon, Marty (Piano)
- Ryerson, Art (Guitar)
- Caiola, Al (Guitar)
- Barksdale, Everett (Electric Bass)
- Catlett, Buddy (Bass)
- Tate, Grady (Drums)
- Unknown personnel (Choir)
- James, Dick (Conductor)
Louis Armstrong E I Suoi Solisti
December 11, 1967: New York, NY
Two singles for the Italian market.
- Mi Va Di Cantare
- Dimi Dimi Dimi
Personnel
- Armstrong, Louis (Trumpet, Vocal)
- Terry, Clark (Trumpet)
- Glenn, Tyree (Trombone)
- Muranyi, Joe (Clarinet)
- Napoleon, Marty (Piano)
- Richardson, Wally (Guitar)
- Barksdale, Everett (Guitar)
- Ryerson, Art (Guitar)
- Catlett, Buddy (Bass)
- Barcelona, Danny (Drums)
- James, Dick (Conductor)
Louis Armstrong E I Suoi Solisti
December 12, 1967: New York, NY
Two singles for the Italian market.
- Grassa E Bella
- Farfalina
Personnel
- Armstrong, Louis (Trumpet, Vocal)
- Nothingham, Jimmy (Trumpet)
- Glenn, Tyree (Trombone)
- Muranyi, Joe (Clarinet)
- Napoleon, Marty (Piano)
- Richardson, Wally (Guitar)
- Barksdale, Everett (Guitar)
- Ryerson, Art (Guitar)
- Catlett, Buddy (Bass)
- Barcelona, Danny (Drums)
- James, Dick (Conductor)
Louis Armstrong and The All Stars
December 18, 1967: New York, NY
- No Time Is a Good Good-Bye Time
- We're A Home
Personnel
- Armstrong, Louis (Trumpet, Vocal)
- Terry, Clark (Trumpet)
- Glenn, Tyree (Trombone)
- Muranyi, Joe (Clarinet)
- Napoleon, Marty (Piano)
- Richardson, Wally (Guitar)
- Barksdale, Everett (Guitar)
- Catlett, Buddy (Bass)
- Barcelona, Danny (Drums)
- James, Dick (Conductor)
The Jackie Gleason Show (episode 2.16) (television)
December 30, 1967: Miami, FL
- Cabaret (Kander, John; Ebb, Fred)
- What a Wonderful World (Weiss, George David; Thiele, Robert)
Personnel
- Armstrong, Louis (Trumpet, Vocal)
- Glenn, Tyree (Trombone)
- Muranyi, Joe (Clarinet)
- Napoleon, Marty (Piano)
- Catlett, Buddy (Bass)
- Barcelona, Danny (Drums)
The Hollywood Palace (Episode #5.22) (television)
January 11, 1968: Los Angeles, CA
ABC-TV program hosted by Milton Berle. Aired February 24, 1968
- Willkommen
- No Time Is a Good-Bye Time
Personnel
- Armstrong, Louis (Trumpet, Vocal)
- Glenn, Tyree (Trombone)
- Muranyi, Joe (Clarinet)
- Napoleon, Marty (Piano)
- Catlett, Buddy (Bass)
- Barcelona, Danny (Drums)
- Unknown personnel (Studio Orchestra)
- Mitchell Ayres (Conductor)
The Tonight Show (television)
January 25, 1968: New York, NY
- Willkommen
- Mack the Knife (Weill, Kurt; Brecht, Bertolt; Blitzstein, Marc)
Personnel
- Armstrong, Louis (Vocal)
- Unknown personnel (Studio Orchestra)
- Severinsen, Doc (Conductor)
San Remo Song Festival (television)
February 2-3, 1968: San Remo, Italy
- Mi Va Di Cantare
Personnel
- Armstrong, Louis (Trumpet, Vocal)
- Gualdi, Engel (Clarinet, Conductor)
- Napoleon, Marty (Piano)
- De Filippi, Bruno (Banjo)
- Unknown personnel (Small group)
The Bell Telephone Hour: Jazz, The Intimate Art (television)
February 20, 1968: Kapp Studios, New York, NY
Aired April 26, 1968. Video KAYJAZZ KJ 016
- When It's Sleepy Time Down South (Rene, Otis; Rene, Leon; Muse, Clarence)
- When The Saints Go Marchin' In
- Brown, Jewel (Vocal)
- Hello, Dolly
- Rose
- Kinda Love Song
- Weiss, George (Vocal)
Personnel
- Armstrong, Louis (Trumpet, Vocal)
- Glenn, Tyree (Trombone)
- Muranyi, Joe (Clarinet)
- Napoleon, Marty (Piano)
- Catlett, Buddy (Bass)
- Barcelona, Danny (Drums)
Louis Armstrong With Dick Jacobs' Orchestra
February 20, 1968: New York, NY
- Life Of The Party
- Kinda Love Song
Personnel
- Armstrong, Louis (Trumpet, Vocal)
- Unknown personnel (Orchestra)
- Unknown personnel (Choir)
- James, Dick (Conductor)
Louis Armstrong
February 27, 1968: New York, NY
First session for the AlbumDisney Songs The Satchmo Way
- Bout Time (Sherman, Richard M.; Sherman, Robert B.)
- The Bare Necessities (Gilkyson, Terry)
- Ten Feet Off The Ground (Sherman, Richard M.; Sherman, Robert B.)
Personnel
- Armstrong, Louis (Trumpet, Vocal)
- Terry, Clark (Trumpet)
- Glenn, Tyree (Trombone)
- Muranyi, Joe (Clarinet)
- Napoleon, Marty (Piano)
- Ryerson, Art (Banjo, Guitar)
- Catlett, Buddy (Bass)
- Barcelona, Danny (Drums)
Louis Armstrong and The All Stars
March 26, 1968: New York, NY
"Talk to the Animals" was used in the credits of the Eddie Murphy film version ofDr. Doolittle.
- Sunrise, Sunset
- I Will Wait For You
- Talk To The Animals
Personnel
- Armstrong, Louis (Trumpet, Vocal)
- Notthingham, Jimmy (Trumpet)
- Glenn, Tyree (Trombone)
- Muranyi, Joe (Clarinet)
- Napoleon, Marty (Piano)
- Barksdale, Everett (Guitar)
- Ryerson, Art (Banjo)
- Catlett, Buddy (Bass)
- Barcelona, Danny (Drums)
- Unknown personnel (Choir)
The Tonight Show (television)
March 28, 1968: New York, NY
Sammy Davis, Jr. guest hosts
- Cabaret (Kander, John; Ebb, Fred)
- A Kiss to Build a Dream On
Personnel
- Armstrong, Louis (Vocal)
- Unknown personnel (Studio Orchestra)
- Severinsen, Doc (Conductor)
40th Annual Academy Awards (television)
April 10, 1968: Hollywoood, CA
Broadcast hosted by Bob Hope
- The Bare Necessities
Personnel
- Armstrong, Louis (Vocal)
- Bernstein, Elmer (Conductor)
- Unknown personnel (Studio Orchestra)
The Tonight Show (television)
April 22, 1968: New York, NY
- Hello, Dolly
- The Bare Necessities
Personnel
- Armstrong, Louis (Vocal)
- Unknown personnel (Studio Orchestra)
- Severinsen, Doc (Conductor)
Louis Armstrong
May 16, 1968: Hollywood, CA
- The Ballad Of Davy Crockett (Blackburn, Tom; Bruns, George)
- When You Wish Upon A Star (Washington, Ned; Harline, Leigh)
- Bibbidy-bobbidy-boo (Livingston, Jerry; David, Mack; Hoffman, Al)
- Zip-a-dee-doo-dah (Gilbert, Ray; Wrubel, Allie)
Personnel
- Armstrong, Louis (Trumpet, Vocal)
- Unknown personnel (Orchestra)
- Unknown personnel (Choir)
Louis Armstrong
May 17, 1968: Hollywood, CA
- Chim Chim Cher-ee (Sherman, Richard M.; Sherman, Robert B.)
- Heigh-ho (the Dwarfs' Marching Song) (Morey, Larry; Churchill, Frank)
- Whistle While You Work (Morey, Larry; Churchill, Frank)
Personnel
- Armstrong, Louis (Trumpet, Vocal)
- Unknown personnel (Orchestra)
- Unknown personnel (Choir)
Hello, Dolly (film)
May, 1968: Hollywood, CA
A big-budget film marred by the unfortunate casting of a much-too-young Barbara Streisand. Pops had the hit single so he got a four minute cameo to sing the title cut and steal the show.
- Hello, Dolly! (Herman, Jerry)
Personnel
- Armstrong, Louis (Vocal)
- Streisand, Barbara (Vocal)
- Newman, Lionel (Conductor)
- Unknown personnel (Studio orchestra)
BBC-TV Program (television)
Louis Armstrong and The All Stars
July 2, 1968: Shepherd's Bush Studios, London, England
Two shows for the BBC taped on the same day and aired on August 2, 1968 and August 9, 1968. Shows also included a number of other songs featuring members of the band, including vocalist Jewel Brown.
- When It's Sleepy Time Down South (Rene, Otis; Rene, Leon; Muse, Clarence)
- (Back Home Again in) Indiana (Hanley, James F.; MacDonald, Ballard)
- A Kiss to Build a Dream On
- Rockin' Chair (Carmichael, Hoagy)
- Mame
- What a Wonderful World (Weiss, George David; Thiele, Robert)
- When the Saints Go Marchin' In
- Blueberry Hill
- Mack the Knife (Weill, Kurt; Brecht, Bertolt; Blitzstein, Marc)
- That's My Desire
- The Bare Necessities
- Hello, Dolly
Personnel
- Armstrong, Louis (Trumpet, Vocal)
- Glenn, Tyree (Trombone, Vocal)
- Muranyi, Joe (Clarinet)
- Napoleon, Marty (Piano)
- Catlett, Buddy (Bass)
- Barcelona, Danny (Drums)
Louis Armstrong and The All Stars
July 23, 1968: Las Vegas, Nevada
- Dream A Little Dream Of Me (Schwant, Wilbur; Andre, Fabian; Kahn, Gus)
- I Guess I'll Get The Papers And Go Home (Price, Hughie; Rogers, Dick; Kanner, Hal)
- There Must Be A Way (Gallop, Sammy; Saxon, David)
- Give Me Your Kisses (Whitcup, Leonard; Thiele, Bob)
Personnel
- Armstrong, Louis (Trumpet, Vocal)
- Glenn, Tyree (Trombone)
- Muranyi, Joe (Clarinet)
- Napoleon, Marty (Piano)
- Catlett, Buddy (Bass)
- Barcelona, Danny (Drums)
Louis Armstrong and The All Stars
July 24, 1968, Las Vegas, Nevada
Armstrong suffered from serious heart and kidney problems from September, 1968 through April, 1969 and spent considerable time in the hospital. When he returned to performing in late 1969, he was ordered by his doctor to stop playing trumpet due to the strain on his lungs. Armstrong resumed playing trumpet sporadically in September, 1970.
- Hello Brother (Weiss, George David; Thiele, Bob)
- The Home Fire (Weiss, George David; Douglass, G.)
- Fantastic, That's You (Cates, Bob; Thiele, Bob; Green, Mort)
Personnel
- Armstrong, Louis (Trumpet, Vocal)
- Unknown personnel (Orchestra)
- Butler, Art (Conductor)
On Her Majesty's Secret Service (film)
October 28, 1969: London, England
Armstrong's first recording since suffering major health problems in late '68 and early '69.
- We Have All The Time In The World
- Pretty Little Missy (Armstrong, Louis; Kyle, Billy)
Personnel
- Armstrong, Louis (Trumpet, Vocal)
- Barry, John (Conductor)
- Unknown personnel (Orchestra)
Today Show (NBC) (television)
January 13, 1970: New York, NY
Special small-scale pressing for employees of the Mrs. Paul's Kitchens Company of a number of performances by different jazz artists on the Today Show: "Today Show - From Ragtime to Rock: A History of American Music."
- Someday You'll Be Sorry
Personnel
- Armstrong, Louis (Vocal)
- Unknown Personnel (Small group)
Dick Cavett Show (television)
January 13, 1970: New York, NY
- Someday You'll Be Sorry
- Pretty Little Missy
Personnel
- Armstrong, Louis (Vocal)
- Unknown Personnel (Small group)
The Flip Wilson Show (episode #1.6) (television)
January 23, 1970: Unknown location
Appearance listed in IMDB but not in Willems discography.
David Frost Show (television)
February 11, 1970: New York, NY
- Hello, Dolly
- Moon River
- Blueberry Hill
Personnel
- Armstrong, Louis (Vocal)
- Unknown Personnel (Studio Orchestra)
- Taylor, Billy (Conductor)
The Tonight Show (television)
February 13, 1970: New York, NY
Joan Rivers guest hosts
- Mack the Knife (Weill, Kurt; Brecht, Bertolt; Blitzstein, Marc)
- Hello, Dolly
Personnel
- Armstrong, Louis (Vocal)
- Unknown personnel (Studio Orchestra)
- Severinsen, Doc (Conductor)
The Tonight Show (television)
April 3, 1970: Unknown location
- We Have All The Time In The World
- Someday You'll Be Sorry
Personnel
- Armstrong, Louis (Vocal)
- Unknown personnel (Studio Orchestra)
- Severinsen, Doc (Conductor)
Mike Douglas Show (television)
May 25, 1970: Philadelphia, PA
First of a week of appearances on Douglas' popular talk show. Taped as a block on two days with additional airings in August.
Mike Douglas Show (television)
May 26, 1970: Philadelphia, PA
Armstrong is joined by his wife, Lucille, who demonstrates her red beans and rice recipe.
- St. Louis Blues (Handy, W.C.)
- I'm Confessin' (that I Love You) (Neiburg, Al; Daugherty, Doc; Reynolds, Ellis)
Personnel
- Armstrong, Louis (Vocal)
- Unknown personnel (Studio Orchestra)
Mike Douglas Show (television)
May 27, 1970: Philadelphia, PA
- Chicago
Personnel
- Armstrong, Louis (Vocal)
- Unknown personnel (Studio Orchestra)
Mike Douglas Show (television)
May 28, 1970: Philadelphia, PA
- Zip-A-Dee-Doo-Dah
- I Surrender Dear
Personnel
- Armstrong, Louis (Vocal)
- Unknown personnel (Studio Orchestra)
Mike Douglas Show (television)
May 29, 1970: Philadelphia, PA
Bailey joins electronically from Atlanta on Hello, Dolly.
- Blueberry Hill
- Hello, Dolly
- Bailey, Pearl (Vocal)
- Basin Street Blues
- Davis Jr., Sammy (Drums)
- When The Saints Go Marching In
- Davis Jr., Sammy (Drums)
Personnel
- Armstrong, Louis (Vocal)
- Unknown personnel (Studio Orchestra)
Louis Armstrong And His Friends
May 26, 1970: New York, NY
- Mood Indigo (Ellington, Duke; Mills, Irving; Bigard, A.; Ellington, Duke; Mills, Irving; Bigard, A.)
- What A Wonderful World (Weiss, George David; Thiele, Robert)
- My One And Only Love (Mellin, R.; Woods; Mellin, R.; Woods)
- Here's My Heart For Christmas
Personnel
- Armstrong, Louis (Vocal)
- Black, Arnold (Violin)
- Clarke, Selwart Richard (Violin)
- Collymore, Winston (Violin)
- Gershman, Paul (Violin)
- Green, Manny (Violin)
- Lookofsky, Harry (Violin)
- Orloff, Gene (Violin)
- Malin, Joe (Violin)
- Pollikoff, Max (Violin)
- Barber, Julien (Viola)
- Brown, Alfred (Viola)
- Schwartz, David (Viola)
- Vardi, Emanuel (Viola)
- McCracken, Charles (Cello)
- Moore, Kermit (Cello)
- Ricci, George (Cello)
- Schulman, Allan (Cello)
- Davis, Richard (Bass)
- Duvivier, George (Bass)
- Jr., John Williams (Electric Bass)
- Brown, Sam (Guitar)
- Burrell, Kenny (Guitar)
- Spaulding, James (Flute)
- Owens, Frank (Piano)
- Purdie, Pretty (Drums)
- Nelson, Oliver (Arranger, Conductor)
Louis Armstrong And His Friends
May 27, 1970: New York, NY
- His Father Wore Long Hair (Weiss, G.D.; Thiele, Bob; Rivelli, P.; Weiss, G.D.; Thiele, Bob; Rivelli, P.)
- Everybody's Talkin' (Neil, Fred; Neil, Fred)
Personnel
- Armstrong, Louis (Vocal)
- Black, Arnold (Violin)
- Clarke, Selwart Richard (Violin)
- Collymore, Winston (Violin)
- Gershman, Paul (Violin)
- Green, Manny (Violin)
- Lookofsky, Harry (Violin)
- Raimondi, Matthew (Violin)
- Malin, Joe (Violin)
- Pollikoff, Max (Violin)
- Barber, Julien (Viola)
- Brown, Alfred (Viola)
- Schwartz, David (Viola)
- Vardi, Emanuel (Viola)
- McCracken, Charles (Cello)
- Moore, Kermit (Cello)
- Ricci, George (Cello)
- Schulman, Allan (Cello)
- Davis, Richard (Bass)
- Duvivier, George (Bass)
- Jr., John Williams (Electric Bass)
- Brown, Sam (Guitar)
- Burrell, Kenny (Guitar)
- Spaulding, James (Flute)
- Owens, Frank (Piano)
- Purdie, Pretty (Drums)
- Golden, Gene (Congas)
- Nelson, Oliver (Arranger, Conductor)
Louis Armstrong And His Friends
May 27, 1970: New York, NY
- The Creator Has A Master Plan (Sanders, Pharaoh; Thomas, Leon; Sanders, Pharaoh; Thomas, Leon)
Personnel
- Armstrong, Louis (Vocal)
- Thomas, Leon (Vocal)
- Nelson, Oliver (Arranger, Conductor)
- Black, Arnold (Violin)
- Clarke, Selwart Richard (Violin)
- Collymore, Winston (Violin)
- Gershman, Paul (Violin)
- Green, Manny (Violin)
- Lookofsky, Harry (Violin)
- Raimondi, Matthew (Violin)
- Malin, Joe (Violin)
- Pollikoff, Max (Violin)
- Barber, Julien (Viola)
- Brown, Alfred (Viola)
- Schwartz, David (Viola)
- Vardi, Emanuel (Viola)
- McCracken, Charles (Cello)
- Moore, Kermit (Cello)
- Ricci, George (Cello)
- Schulman, Allan (Cello)
- Davis, Richard (Bass)
- Duvivier, George (Bass)
- Jr., John Williams (Electric Bass)
- Brown, Sam (Guitar)
- Burrell, Kenny (Guitar)
- Spaulding, James (Flute)
- Owens, Frank (Piano)
- Purdie, Pretty (Drums)
- Golden, Gene (Congas)
Louis Armstrong And His Friends
May 29, 1970, New York City
- Give Peace A Chance (Lennon, John; McCartney, Paul; Lennon, John; McCartney, Paul)
Personnel
- Armstrong, Louis (Vocal)
- Nelson, Oliver (Arranger, Conductor)
- Jones, Thad (Trumpet)
- Owens, Jimmy (Trumpet)
- Royal, Ernie (Trumpet)
- Stamm, Marvin (Trumpet, Flugelhorn)
- Brown, Garnett (Trombone)
- Campbell, Bill (Trombone)
- Grey, Al (Trombone)
- Jackson, Quentin (Trombone)
- Ashton, Robert (Saxophone)
- Beckenstein, Ray (Saxophone)
- Bank, Danny (Saxophone)
- Dodgion, Jerry (Saxophone)
- Harper, Bill (Saxophone)
- Rainey, Chuck (Bass)
- Brown, Sam (Guitar)
- Burrell, Kenny (Guitar)
- Spaulding, James (Flute)
- Owens, Frank (Piano)
- Purdie, Pretty (Drums)
- Golden, Gene (Congas)
- Hall, Carl (Backing Vocal)
- Bell, Janice (Backing Vocal)
- Gowan, Ila (Backing Vocal)
- Ledbetter, Matthey (Backing Vocal)
- Thomas, Tasha (Backing Vocal)
Louis Armstrong And His Friends
May 29, 1970, New York City
- We Shall Overcome (Horton, Z.; Hamilton, F.; Carawan, G.; Seeger, Pete; Horton, Z.; Hamilton, F.; Carawan, G.; Seeger, Pete)
Personnel
- Armstrong, Louis (Vocal)
- Nelson, Oliver (Arranger, Conductor)
- Jones, Thad (Trumpet)
- Owens, Jimmy (Trumpet)
- Royal, Ernie (Trumpet)
- Stamm, Marvin (Trumpet, Flugelhorn)
- Brown, Garnett (Trombone)
- Campbell, Bill (Trombone)
- Grey, Al (Trombone)
- Jackson, Quentin (Trombone)
- Ashton, Robert (Saxophone)
- Beckenstein, Ray (Saxophone)
- Bank, Danny (Saxophone)
- Dodgion, Jerry (Saxophone)
- Harper, Bill (Saxophone)
- Rainey, Chuck (Bass)
- Brown, Sam (Guitar)
- Burrell, Kenny (Guitar)
- Spaulding, James (Flute)
- Owens, Frank (Piano)
- Purdie, Pretty (Drums)
- Golden, Gene (Congas)
- Hall, Carl (Backing Vocal)
- Bell, Janice (Backing Vocal)
- Gowan, Ila (Backing Vocal)
- Ledbetter, Matthey (Backing Vocal)
- Thomas, Tasha (Backing Vocal)
- Hackett, Bobby (Backing Vocal)
- Davis, Miles (Backing Vocal)
- Braff, Ruby (Backing Vocal)
- Bennett, Tony (Backing Vocal)
- Hamilton, Chico (Backing Vocal)
- Condon, Eddie (Backing Vocal)
- Coleman, Ornette (Backing Vocal)
- O'Connor, Father (Backing Vocal)
- Wein, George (Backing Vocal)
Louis Armstrong And His Friends
May 29, 1970, New York City
- Boy From New Orleans (Roberts; Katz; Thiele, Bob; Roberts; Katz; Thiele, Bob)
- This Black Cat Has Nine Lives (Pack, Lorenzo; Pack, Lorenzo)
Personnel
- Armstrong, Louis (Vocal)
- Nelson, Oliver (Arranger, Conductor)
- Jones, Thad (Trumpet)
- Owens, Jimmy (Trumpet)
- Royal, Ernie (Trumpet)
- Stamm, Marvin (Trumpet, Flugelhorn)
- Brown, Garnett (Trombone)
- Campbell, Bill (Trombone)
- Grey, Al (Trombone)
- Jackson, Quentin (Trombone)
- Ashton, Robert (Saxophone)
- Beckenstein, Ray (Saxophone)
- Bank, Danny (Saxophone)
- Dodgion, Jerry (Saxophone)
- Harper, Bill (Saxophone)
- Rainey, Chuck (Bass)
- Brown, Sam (Guitar)
- Burrell, Kenny (Guitar)
- Spaulding, James (Flute)
- Owens, Frank (Piano)
- Purdie, Pretty (Drums)
- Golden, Gene (Congas)
The Tonight Show (television)
June 2, 1970: New York, NY
Dial M for Music - Louis Armstrong (television)
June 7, 1970: New York, NY
TV film for CBS hosted by Father Norman O'Connor
- When It's Sleepy Time Down South (Rene, Otis; Rene, Leon; Muse, Clarence)
- Pretty Little Missy
- What a Wonderful World
- Someday You'll Be Sorry
- Hello, Dolly
Personnel
- Armstrong, Louis (Vocal)
- Glenn, Tyree (Trombone)
- Muranyi, Joe (Clarinet)
- Napoleon, Marty (Piano)
- Hall, Al (Bass)
- Jones, Jo (Drums)
David Frost Show (television)
June 9, 1970: New York, NY
Orson Welles guest hosts for Frost.
- Cabaret (Kander, John; Ebb, Fred)
- Mack the Knife (Weill, Kurt; Brecht, Bertolt; Blitzstein, Marc)
Personnel
- Armstrong, Louis (Vocal)
- Unknown Personnel (Studio Orchestra)
- Taylor, Billy (Conductor)
July 3, 1970: Shrine Auditorium, Los Angeles, CA
A celebration of Armstrong's 70th birthday entitled Hello, Louis. The evening included performances by a number of groups and was hosted by Hoagy Carmichael. The entire evening is available in a 3-CD box set.
- When It's Sleepy Time Down South (Rene, Otis; Rene, Leon; Muse, Clarence)
- Blueberry Hill
- Hello, Dolly
Personnel
- Armstrong, Louis (Vocal)
- Terry, Clark (Flugelhorn)
- Glenn, Tyree (Trombone)
- Bigard, Barney (Clarinet)
- Carter, Benny (Alto Saxophone)
- Sherman, Ray (Piano)
- Callender, Red (Bass)
- Bellson, Louie (Drums)
Anatomy of a Performance (film)
July 4 - 9, 1970: Newport, RI
Film of rehearsals prior to the opening of the Newport Jazz Festival. Film includes narration by Armstrong taped later at his home.
- Mack the Knife (Weill, Kurt; Brecht, Bertolt; Blitzstein, Marc)
- Just A Closer Walk With Thee
- What a Wonderful World
- Hello, Dolly
- Blueberry Hill
- Pennies from Heaven
- When It's Sleepy Time Down South (Rene, Otis; Rene, Leon; Muse, Clarence)
Personnel
- Armstrong, Louis (Vocal)
- Gillespie, Dizzy (Trumpet, Vocal)
- Nance, Ray (Trumpet, Vocal)
- Newman, Joe (Trumpet)
- Davidson, Wild Bill (Trumpet)
- Owens, Jimmy (Trumpet)
- Glenn, Tyree (Trombone)
- Hackett, Bobby (Trumpet)
- Morton, Benny (Trombone)
- McKenna, Dave (Piano)
- Ridley, Larry (Bass)
- Lesberg, Jack (Bass)
- Jackson, Oliver (Drums)
- Eureka Brass Band (Orchestra)
Trumpet Player's Tribute (film)
July 10, 1970: Newport, RI
Soundtrack to a filmed performance of an all-star gathering of trumpet players at the 1970 Newport Jazz Festival. The set includes a number of other songs with features for the individual players. Armstrong appeared, unannounced, at the end of the set, under a single spotlight, to a thunderous ovation. Armstrong's cuts are accompanied by the Bobby Hackett Quintet except for the Sleepy Time Down South finale.
- When It's Sleepy Time Down South (Rene, Otis; Rene, Leon; Muse, Clarence)
- Pennies from Heaven
- Bluberry Hill
Personnel
- Armstrong, Louis (Vocal)
- Gillespie, Dizzy (Trumpet, Vocal)
- Nance, Ray (Trumpet, Vocal)
- Newman, Joe (Trumpet)
- Davidson, Wild Bill (Trumpet)
- Owens, Jimmy (Trumpet)
- Glenn, Tyree (Trombone)
- Hackett, Bobby (Trumpet)
- Morton, Benny (Trombone)
- McKenna, Dave (Piano)
- Ridley, Larry (Bass)
- Lesberg, Jack (Bass)
- Jackson, Oliver (Drums)
- Eureka Brass Band (Orchestra)
Finale (film)
July 10, 1970: Newport, RI
- Just A Closer Walk With Thee
- When the Saints Go Marchin' In
- Mack the Knife (Weill, Kurt; Brecht, Bertolt; Blitzstein, Marc)
Personnel
- Armstrong, Louis (Vocal)
- Jackson, Mahalia (Vocal)
- Glenn, Tyree (Trombone)
- Hackett, Bobby (Trumpet)
- Morton, Benny (Trombone)
- McKenna, Dave (Piano)
- Ridley, Larry (Bass)
- Lesberg, Jack (Bass)
- Jackson, Oliver (Drums)
- Eureka Brass Band (Orchestra)
Dick Cavett Show (ABC) (television)
July 29, 1970: New York, NY
- You Rascal, You (I'll Be Glad When You're Dead)
- Someday You'll Be Sorry
Personnel
- Armstrong, Louis (Trumpet, Vocal)
- Unknown Personnel (Studio Orchestra)
- Rosengarden, Bobby (Conductor)
Sun City Scandals (NBC) (television)
July, 1970: Hollywood, CA
- On the Sunny Side of the Street (McHugh, Jimmy; Fields, Dorothy)
- When the Saints Go Marchin' In
- Hello, Dolly
Personnel
- Armstrong, Louis (Vocal)
- Klein, Manny (Trumpet)
- Rogers, Charles (Trombone)
- Martin, Freddy (Tenor Saxophone)
- Carle, Frankie (Piano)
- Peabody, Eddie (Banjo)
- Carson, Johnny (Drums, Host)
- Unknown personnel (Studio Orchestra)
David Frost Show (television)
August 25, 1970: New York, NY
- I Surrender Dear
- Mood Indigo
- What a Wonderful World
Personnel
- Armstrong, Louis (Vocal)
- Unknown Personnel (Studio Orchestra)
- Taylor, Billy (Conductor)
Louis "Country Western" Armstrong
August 3, 1970: New York, NY
The first of four sessions for Armstrong's Country and Western album - an odd ending to Armstrong's pioneering studio career. Session dates from the Jack Bradley Collection at the Louis Armstrong House Museum, courtesy of Ricky Riccardi. More information and photos from the recording sessions HERE....
- Crystal Chandeliers
- The Easy Part's Over Now
Personnel
- Armstrong, Louis (Vocal)
- Eubanks, Jack (Lead Guitar)
- Basore, Stu (Steel Guitar)
- Grammer, Billie (Rhythm Guitar)
- Butler, Larry (Piano)
- Strzelecki, Henry (Bass)
- Ackerman, Willie (Drums)
Louis "Country Western" Armstrong
August 4, 1970: New York, NY
- Wolverton Mountain
- Get Together
- You Can Have Her
Personnel
- Armstrong, Louis (Vocal)
- Eubanks, Jack (Lead Guitar)
- Basore, Stu (Steel Guitar)
- Grammer, Billie (Rhythm Guitar)
- Butler, Larry (Piano)
- Strzelecki, Henry (Bass)
- Ackerman, Willie (Drums)
Louis "Country Western" Armstrong
August 5, 1970: New York, NY
- Why Did Mrs. Murphy Leave Town
- Crazy Arms
- Running Bear
- Almost Persuaded
Personnel
- Armstrong, Louis (Vocal)
- Eubanks, Jack (Lead Guitar)
- Basore, Stu (Steel Guitar)
- Grammer, Billie (Rhythm Guitar)
- Butler, Larry (Piano)
- Strzelecki, Henry (Bass)
- Ackerman, Willie (Drums)
Louis "Country Western" Armstrong
August 6, 1970: New York, NY
- Miller's Cave
- Black Cloud
- Ramblin' Rose
Personnel
- Armstrong, Louis (Vocal)
- Eubanks, Jack (Lead Guitar)
- Basore, Stu (Steel Guitar)
- Grammer, Billie (Rhythm Guitar)
- Butler, Larry (Piano)
- Strzelecki, Henry (Bass)
- Ackerman, Willie (Drums)
The Mike Douglas Show (television)
September 7, 1970: Unknown location
The Johnny Cash Show - History of Country Music: Part 2 (television)
October 10, 1970: Ryman Auditorium, Nashville, TN
Armstrong resumes playing trumpet sporadically for the first time since his September 1968 hospitalization. Blue Yodel was a number Armstrong had recorded with the "father" of country music, Jimmy Rodgers, forty years before. Broadcast on October 28, 1970.
- Crystal Chandeliers
- Ramblin' Rose
- Blue Yodel Number 9
- Cash, Johnny (Vocal)
Personnel
- Armstrong, Louis (Trumpet, Vocal)
- Walker, Bill (Piano)
- Wootton, Bob (Guitar)
- Grant, Marshall (Bass)
- Holland, W.S. (Drums)
The Flip Wilson Show (NBC) (television)
October 22, 1970: Hollywood, CA
- Mack the Knife (Weill, Kurt; Brecht, Bertolt; Blitzstein, Marc)
- Hello, Dolly
- Sister Kate
- Wilson, Flip (Vocal)
- The Whiffenpoof Song
- I'm a Ding Dong Daddy from Dumas
- Wilson, Flip (Vocal)
- When the Saints Go Marchin' In
Personnel
- Armstrong, Louis (Vocal)
- Studio Orchestra (Unknown Personnel)
- Wyle, George (Conductor)
The Boy From New Orleans -- A Tribute to Louis Armstrong (film)
October 29, 1970: London, England
Soundtrack recorded while Armstrong was in London for a benefit. Not a concert film.
- When It's Sleepy Time Down South (Rene, Otis; Rene, Leon; Muse, Clarence)
- When the Saints Go Marchin' In
- Hello, Dolly
- Blueberry Hill
- Mack the Knife (Weill, Kurt; Brecht, Bertolt; Blitzstein, Marc)
- Pretty Little Missy
- Unknown personnel (Orchestra)
- What a Wonderful World
- Unknown personnel (Orchestra)
Personnel
- Armstrong, Louis (Trumpet, Vocal)
- Glenn, Tyree (Trombone)
- Moss, Danny (Clarinet)
- Watts, Arthur (Bass)
- Delaunay, Eric (Drums)
The Pearl Bailey Show (ABC) (television)
January 23, 1971
- Blueberry Hill
- Exactly Like You
- Bailey, Pearl (Host, Vocal)
- Didn't We
- Bailey, Pearl (Host, Vocal)
- Medley: When The Blue of the Night, Moon River, Mack the Knife, Hello, Dolly, Bill Bailey
- Bailey, Pearl (Host, Vocal)
- Crosby, Bing (Vocal)
- Williams, Andy (Vocal)
Personnel
- Armstrong, Louis (Vocal)
- Glenn, Tyree (Trombone)
- Louie Bellson Orchestra (Orchestra)
January 29, 1971: National Press Club, Washington, DC
- When It's Sleepy Time Down South (Rene, Otis; Rene, Leon; Muse, Clarence)
- Hello, Dolly
- Rockin' Chair (Carmichael, Hoagy)
- Boy From New Orleans
- Mack the Knife (Weill, Kurt; Brecht, Bertolt; Blitzstein, Marc)
Personnel
- Armstrong, Louis (Trumpet, Vocal)
- Glenn, Tyree (Trombone, Vocal)
- Gwaltney, Tommy (Clarinet)
- Unknown (Piano)
- Unknown (Bass)
- Unknown (Drums)
Dick Cavett Show (ABC) (television)
February 22, 1971: New York, NY
- Ole Miss
- When It's Sleepy Time Down South (Rene, Otis; Rene, Leon; Muse, Clarence)
- This Black Cat Has Nine Lives
Personnel
- Armstrong, Louis (Trumpet, Vocal)
- Glenn, Tyree (Trombone)
- Muranyi, Joe (Clarinet)
- Nepoleon, Marty (Piano)
- Hinton, Milt (Bass)
- Jones, Jo (Drums)
- Unknown Personnel (Studio Orchestra)
- Rosengarden, Bobby (Conductor)
Louis Armstrong
February 26, 1971: Louis' home, Corona, Queens, New York, NY
A simple reading of the famed children's Christmas story recorded at his home four months before his passing. For those with racial hangups, it's an embarrassing anachronism from a painful era in American history. For those that love Louis and are willing to accept the the world he lived in for what it was, this is charming end to a remarkable life.
- The Night Before Christmas (Moore, Clement)
Personnel
- Armstrong, Louis (Vocal)
The Tonight Show (NBC) (television)
March 1, 1971: New York, NY
Armstrong's final television appearance before his passing on July 6, 1971.
- Pretty Little Missy
- Blueberry Hill
Personnel
- Armstrong, Louis (Trumpet, Vocal)
- Glenn, Tyree (Trombone)
- Muranyi, Joe (Clarinet)
- Nepoleon, Marty (Piano)
- Shaw, Arvell (Bass)
- Barcelona, Danny (Drums)