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Duke Ellington
✦20th century1899 – 1974JazzAmerican
Overview
Born
1899, Washington, D.C., United States
Died
1974
Nationality
American
Tradition
Jazz
Era
20th century
Biography
The most significant composer in jazz history, Ellington led his orchestra for over five decades and composed over 3,000 pieces — from three-minute pop gems to extended suites. He elevated jazz to a concert art form.