Strike Up The Band

Ella Fitzgerald · Other Songs - Ella Fitzgerald

Let the drums roll out

Let the trumpet call

While the people shout

"strike up the band"

Hear the cymbals ring

Callin' one and all

To the martial swing,

Strike up the band

There is work to be done, to be done

There's a war to be won, to be won

Come, you son of a son of a gun,

Take your stand

Fall in line, yea a bow

Come along, let's go

Hey, leader, strike up the band!

There is work to be done, to be done

There's a war to be won, to be won

Come, you son of a son of a gun,

Take your stand

Fall in line, yea a bow

Come on, let's go

Hey, leader, strike up

Hey, leader, strike up

Hey, leader, strike up the band

Strike Up The Band

Ella Fitzgerald's 'Strike Up The Band' stands as a quintessential example of her mastery over swing and big band jazz. Recorded during the height of her career, the track showcases her unparalleled vocal agility and phrasing, perfectly complementing the driving rhythm of the orchestra. As a staple of her discography, the song exemplifies the sophisticated interplay between her voice and the ensemble that defined the era of swing music. It remains a powerful demonstration of her ability to navigate complex arrangements with grace and precision, capturing the lively spirit of the dance halls of the 1940s and 1950s.