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29. Mai 2024 · “Satin Doll” is a jazz standard penned in 1953 by Duke Ellington and his longtime collaborator Billy Strayhorn. According to Duke’s son Mercer, his father wrote it for his longtime partner, Bea “Evie” Ellis. Strayhorn provided the harmonization, as often was the case with Ellington’s most popular compositions. A dispute ...
24. Mai 2024 · Duke Ellington, der zu den Klängen der Kennmelodie von Billy Strayhorns "Take The 'A'-Train" die Bühne in der Wiener Stadthalle erklommen hatte, ließ es sich nicht nehmen, die Aufmerksamkeit des...
23. Mai 2024 · Jazz musician Duke Ellington's bio, concert & touring information, albums, reviews, videos, photos and more.
29. Mai 2024 · Duke Ellington is one of the greatest artists in jazz music history. The bandleader/composer wrote “Satin Doll,” one of his most popular hits in 1953, with a little help from longtime collaborator Billy Strayhorn. The song is defined by a seductive harmony line that is said to explore the contrast between masculinity and ...
20. Mai 2024 · Duke Ellington, American pianist who was the greatest jazz composer and bandleader of his time. One of the originators of big-band jazz, Ellington led his band for more than half a century, composed thousands of scores, and created one of the most distinctive ensemble sounds in all of Western music.
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- Duke Ellington grew up in Washington, D.C., in a secure middle-class family that encouraged his interests in the fine arts. He began studying piano...
- Benefiting from the expertise of a large ensemble that included several important jazz artists, Duke Ellington broke away from the conventions of b...
- Often collaborating with his longtime composing-arranging partner Billy Strayhorn, Duke Ellington was responsible for big-band jazz classics such a...
- Duke Ellington was the greatest jazz composer and bandleader of his time. One of the originators of big-band jazz, he led his band for more than 50...
25. Mai 2024 · Duke Ellington’s life and leadership offer a rich tapestry of lessons that remain relevant today. From his collaborative spirit and visionary thinking to his resilience, authenticity, and commitment to mentorship, Ellington’s approach to life and music provides a blueprint today.
29. Mai 2024 · A new book by Larry Tye -- The Jazzmen -- traces how the popularity of musicians Duke Ellington, Louis Armstrong and Count Basie affected the civil rights movement.
