Edward Kennedy “Duke” Ellington was an African American jazz composer, pianist, and band leader who has been one of the most influential figures in jazz, if not in all American music. As a composer and a band leader especially, Ellington's reputation has increased since his death, with thematic repackagings of his signature music often becoming best-sellers. A man of suave demeanor and puckish wit that masked occasional brusqueness, … Wikipedia
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2nd Annual Duke Ellington Jazz Festival a hit 10-13-2006 The 2nd Annual Duke Ellington Jazz Festival was held throughout Washington D.C. on Oct. 4-8. www.dukeellington.com/home.php
