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Edward Kennedy «Duke» Ellington ( Washington D. C., 29 de abril de 1899- Nueva York, 24 de mayo de 1974) fue un compositor, pianista y líder de una big band, lo que lo llevó a una carrera que abarcó más de cincuenta años, desde 1923 hasta su muerte. 1 .
20 de may. de 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.
Come Sunday" was originally a centerpiece for alto saxophone player Johnny Hodges; the 1958 album, which contained a vocal version of the piece with new lyrics by Ellington featuring gospel singer Mahalia Jackson, greatly increased its popularity.
Nance was an occasional vocalist as well, although Herb Jeffries was the main male vocalist in this era (until 1943) while Al Hibbler (who replaced Jeffries in 1943) continued until 1951. Ivie Anderson left in 1942 for health reasons after 11 years, the longest term of any of Ellington's vocalists.
Hace 3 días · Duke Ellington fue el detonante necesario para que la era del swing se transformara en jazz, y consiguiera prender más allá de EE.UU. en el espacio y más allá del siglo XX en el tiempo. Puso ...
8 de feb. de 2024 · A major figure in the history of jazz music, Duke Ellington's career spanned more than half a century, during which time he composed thousands of songs for the stage, screen and contemporary...
29 de abr. de 2024 · Duke Ellington was born on April 29, 1899, and passed away on May 24, 1974, and he embodied jazz like few others. The Duke’s jazz was innovative with arrangements that featured his piano...
