Edward Kennedy "Duke" Ellington (April 29, 1899 – May 24, 1974) was an American composer, pianist, and big band leader.
Duke Ellington became one of the most influential artists in the history of recorded music, and is largely recognized as one of the greatest figures in the history of jazz, though his music stretched into various other genres, including blues, gospel, movie soundtracks, popular, and classical. His career spanned five decades and...
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Date of birth:
- Apr 29, 1899
Date of death:
- May 24, 1974 (age 75 years)
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Also known as:
- Duke Ellingtton,
- Duke Elliington,
- D Ellington,
- The Duke,
- Duke Elinton,
- Duke Ellinton,
- Duke Elington,
- Duke, Ellington,
- Edward Kennedy Ellington,
- Elligton, Duke,
- Edward Ellington
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