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Loading... Duke Ellington: The Piano Prince and His Orchestra (original 1998; edition 2007)by Andrea Pinkney (Author), Brian Pinkney (Illustrator)
Work InformationDuke Ellington: The Piano Prince and His Orchestra by Andrea Pinkney (1998)
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Sign up for LibraryThing to find out whether you'll like this book. No current Talk conversations about this book. This picture book biography celebrates Ellington’s contributions with spirited text and vibrant illustrations. Duke Ellington did not always enjoy playing the piano. In fact, he despised it until he encountered someone playing ragtime music. He taught himself how to play in this style, began performing, and then started his own band. News of their band spread across the country, people listened on the radio, and records sold by the thousands. Ellington and his band were even invited to play Carnegie Hall, where he debuted a suite that celebrated African American history. Ellington is still one of the most influential American musicians and has shaped much of jazz music today. no reviews | add a review
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A brief recounting of the career of this jazz musician and composer who, along with his orchestra, created music that was beyond category. No library descriptions found. |
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Google Books — Loading... GenresNo genres Melvil Decimal System (DDC)781.65092The arts Music General principles and musical forms Traditions of music Jazz {equally instrumental and vocal}LC ClassificationRatingAverage:
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