Musicians :
Duke Ellington (piano), Johnny Hodges, Harry Carney, Paul Gonzalves, Jimmy Hamilton, Russell Procope (saxophone), Ray Nance, Willie Cook, Andres Meringuito, Eddy Mullins, Gerald Wison (trumpets), Lawrence Brown, Britt Woodman, "Booty" Wood, Juan Tizol (trombones), Aaron Bell (bass), Sam Woodyard (drums).

"Piano in the Background" is the sister, albeit earlier, recording to "Piano in the Foreground" this time featuring Ellington with Orchestral accompaniment. The band is amazing as are the original three track master tapes used to cut directly to master lacquer on Bernie Grundman's all tube cutting system. Now on Classic's 200g Quiex Super Vinyl Profile this is a must have compendium to "Piano in the Foreground" also available from Classic Records.