Ella Swings Brightly with Nelson is an album by Ella Fitzgerald released in 1962 on Verve Records, with arrangements and direction by the famous arranger Nelson Riddle. This was the second of several collaborative albums between Fitzgerald and Riddle, following the success of Ella Fitzgerald Sings the George and Ira Gershwin Songbook.
The album includes a mix of jazz standards and popular songs, such as "I Won't Dance" and "I'm Putting All My Eggs in One Basket", with a focus on bright orchestral arrangements and swing. The recording took place in August 1961, but the release was in 1962.
It was well received by critics and the public, highlighting Fitzgerald's ability to adapt to Riddle's sophisticated arrangements. The title reflects the cheerful and vibrant tone of the album, which became a classic in her discography.