Stars out in force to honor the musical pioneer and his legacy of compositions which are etched into the soul of America.

The program will explore the music and personal and working relationship of Ellington and Strayhorn, featuring well-known classics and beautiful and evocative lesser known works.

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In an age where the term "relevance" feels like the single dominant tenant of nearly all of us in the education community, the significance of the work of Edward Kennedy "Duke" Ellington continues ...

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Attendees at the organization’s gala, which celebrated Duke Ellington’s 125th birthday, shared what they listen to.

Ellington recorded “Black and Tan Fantasy” several times in 1927 with a small orchestra, showing off the ensemble’s tightly honed, potently expressive sound. Moran converted it into a solo, which he ...

In 1950 bandleader Duke Ellington started his own record label that recorded numerous small-group dates often led by Ellington cohort Billy Strayhorn, featuring outstanding Ellington-orbit musicians ...

Anthony Davis blends jazz and truth to reshape opera with stories from Black history and powerful modern themes.

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Jazz at Lincoln Center’s 2025 gala will celebrate the music of Duke Ellington and be hosted by Dave Chappelle.

Duke Ellington’s enduring legacy as a musical pioneer was celebrated at a gala and concert with the soul of America as its ...