Ellington honored the spiritual roots of Black music and its role in uplifting communities. Finish story here; 10 Essential Duke Ellington Jazz Songs to Celebrate Black History Month.

A tribute album to the late Billy Strayhorn, Ellington's longtime collaborator and arranger, featuring reimagined versions of Strayhorn's compositions. Please note that Duke Ellington's discography is ...

He wrote popular songs. He wrote suites.” Duke Ellington’s version of racial ... and NAACP chief Walter White and top lawyer Thurgood Marshall both considered him a close friend.

This story is part of American Anthem, a yearlong series on songs that rouse ... it's fair to say that particularly someone like Duke Ellington would expect mixed reviews. First of all, you ...

Stars out in force to honor the musical pioneer and his legacy of compositions which are etched into the soul of America.

Jazz luminary Duke Ellington and his posthumous achievements have been honored through various forms such as statues, murals, schools, and United States commemorative stamps and coins. The ...

6. Duke Ellington is one of the most recorded jazz artists of all time. Ellington wrote or collaborated on over 1000 pieces during his lifetime, ranging from short songs to full suites.

This spring marks both the 50th anniversary of Duke ... Ellington was never a strong reader of music, as he was primarily self-taught, and his journey was not a straight shot to the top: his ...