The World of Duke Ellington
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A fascinating portrait of one of America's greatest composer-performers in his own words and the words of the musicians he played with.
Format:Paperback
Language:English
ISBN:0306801361
ISBN13:9780306801365
Release Date:March 1981
Publisher:Da Capo Press
Length:328 Pages
Weight:0.85 lbs.
Dimensions:0.7" x 5.3" x 8.2"
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First person insights into the maestro and his incredible band
Published by Thriftbooks.com User , 16 years ago
This is a selection of interviews compiled by Duke's close friend and jazz critic-historian, Stanley Dance, who delivered the eulogy at Duke's funeral. The reader will benefit from personal rememberances by Duke and key members of the band, recounted in their own words.
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