ELLA FITZGERALD – ELLA SWINGS LIGHTLY
Verve Records – MG V-4021
Original U.S. Mono Pressing
Black Verve Deep-Groove Labels
Offered here is an original U.S. mono copy of Ella Fitzgerald's Ella Swings Lightly, arranged and conducted by Marty Paich and produced by Norman Granz.
This is the early Verve MG V-4021 mono issue, featuring the classic black Verve labels with silver print and deep-groove construction.
The album was recorded with a compact jazz ensemble arranged by Marty Paich and includes 16 standards performed during one of Ella Fitzgerald's peak Verve periods.
VINYL: VERY GOOD PLUS (VG+)
The record retains excellent gloss and is very clean overall. There are only light signs of previous handling and play, with no significant scratches or heavy surface damage visible.
Both labels are clean and well preserved.
COVER: VERY GOOD (VG)
The original jacket remains structurally sound and presents well for its age. There is moderate age-related wear, including:
The front photograph and typography remain attractive, and the back cover text and artwork are fully readable.
All jacket wear is shown in the photographs and reflected in the VG grade.
The photos show the actual record and cover being sold.
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The record will be removed from the jacket for shipping, placed in a protective sleeve, and packed securely in a proper LP mailer with rigid reinforcement.