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About Duke Ellington
Duke Ellington was an American composer, pianist, and bandleader.
Career
Ellington began with performances in New York at venues like the Cotton Club. He formed the Duke Ellington Orchestra in 1923, and he performed with them until he died. The Duke Ellington Orchestra, which is often considered the most known “orchestra” in jazz, also toured Europe in the 1930s. It had top level professional musicians like Johnny Hodges (a saxophonist). Many of Ellington's works, including collaborations with other musicians, are now jazz standards. The Duke Ellington Orchestra also made recordings of themselves for films and musicals.
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F.A.Q. about Duke Ellington
When is his birthday?
Duke Ellington's birthday is on April 29, 1899.
In how many days is his birthday?
Duke Ellington's birthday is in 6 days
How old was Duke Ellington when he died?
He was 75 years old.
When did he die?
He died in May 24, 1974.
How old would he be today?
Duke Ellington would be 124 years old if he was alive today.
Where was Duke Ellington from?
He was born in Washington, D.C., U.S..