Ella Fitzgerald the "Great Lady of Jazz", who has left her mark on the part ftfty years with her characteristic voice, honours us by accepting to close this 8th edition of the Festival. A special event indeeg as she rarely performs nowadays. Ella Fitzgerald, whose performance in the 1983 Festival International de Jazz de Montréal is fondy remembered by all, has accepted to retint to Montréal this year for the greatest satisfaction of her numerous fans. By far the most adulated of Jazz singers, Ella Fitzgerald boasts a powerful and rich voice as well as a remarkable stage presence. A unique rendez-vous with one who will always be "the greatest".
Ella Fitzgerald (vocal)
Paul Smith (piano)
Jeff Hamilton (drums)
Keter Betts (bass)