Inspired by ragtime performers, he began to perform professionally at age 17. (See more in Britannica online.)
Duke Ellington was a renowned composer, pianist, and big-band leader in the jazz genre, but he was not known for writing books or other written works. Ellington was primarily focused on creating and performing music throughout his career.
Duke Ellington was a pianist and a jazz composer
Duke Ellington's Jazz Violin Session was created in 1976.
he played in rock jazz
Jazz Music
duke Ellington
Duke Ellington played the piano and was a band leader. He did NOT sing!
Inspiring
He wrote JAZZ Music but is known for Swing/Big Band
Duke Ellington was a famous African American jazz musician. Duke Elligton lead a Jazz band & played the piano.
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Duke Ellington