The album 'Ella at Duke's Place' was recorded in October 1965 and released in 1965 by Verve Records. It is a collaboration between Ella Fitzgerald and the Duke Ellington orchestra, with arrangements by Billy Strayhorn and Duke Ellington. The title refers to Ellington's famous New York nightclub.
The album includes jazz standards and popular songs, such as 'Something to Live For' and 'A Flower Is a Lovesome Thing', showcasing the unique chemistry between Fitzgerald and Ellington. Norman Granz, founder of Verve, produced the album, which was recorded at Radio Recorders studios in Los Angeles.
The album reached number 11 on the Billboard jazz albums chart. It is considered one of Fitzgerald's most notable works with Ellington, standing out for its elegance and the singer's vocal mastery.