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Duke Ellington & His Orchestra

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Edward Kennedy "Duke" Ellington (1899–1974) was an American composer, pianist and leader of Duke Ellington & His Orchestra, a seminal big band in jazz history.

Led a prominent big band for decades; composer of suites and sacred concerts; notable 1956 Newport performance that revitalized his career; collaborated with John Coltrane; influential in jazz composition and orchestration.

Five DeBaser reviews praise Duke Ellington's range: sacred works, legendary Newport comeback, piano-focused trio recordings, and collaborations with John Coltrane. Reviewers emphasize craftsmanship, ensemble strength and historic importance.

For:Jazz listeners, big band fans, newcomers seeking classic jazz recordings

 Every man prays in his own language, and there is no language that God does not understand

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 Like an artist on the verge of decline, Duke Ellington took to the stage at the Newport Jazz Festival knowing he had to risk everything.

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 We Could Have Dazzled You with Special Effects, and Instead...

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