Duke Ellington
Washington, DC-born composer and bandleader whose 50-year career made jazz America's classical music.
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Born 1899. Composed over 1,000 pieces. The Duke Ellington Orchestra was a working band from 1924 until his 1974 death — the longest continuous run in jazz history.
Location
Washington, DC, USA
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