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More copies of this ISBN:Other titles in the Lives & Legacies series:Duke Ellingtonby Janna Tull Steed
Synopses & ReviewsPublisher Comments:Edward Kennedy "Duke" Ellington and his music have been an integral part of the American scene for most of the 20th Century. This interpretive biography offers insights into Ellington's enduring appeal, not only as a composer and piano-playing leader of a jazz orchestra, but as a cultural icon. Janna Tull Steed traces Ellington's journey from a protected childhood in Washington, D.C., through his early career as a jazzman in Harlem nightclubs to the presentation of his music in the world's grandest cathedrals in his last years. Book News Annotation:Fourth in the series of short interpretive biographies focusing on
the underlying spirituality of well known figures. United Methodist
minister Steed helped write and produce a radio documentary on the
sacred music of American composer, piano player, and band leader
Ellington (1899-1974). She traces his journey from a protected
childhood in Washington, DC through his early jazz career in Harlem
nightclubs to the presentation of his music in cathedrals in his last
years.
Annotation c. Book News, Inc., Portland, OR (booknews.com) Synopsis:Edward Kennedy Duke Ellington and his music have been an intregral part of the American scene for most of the 20th Century. Janna Tull Steed introduces the readers to the engaging, enigmatic man himself, as well as to the range of Ellington's musical achievement, with a lively mix of fact and anecdote. Description:Includes bibliographical references (p. 179-180), discography (181-182), and index. What Our Readers Are SayingBe the first to add a comment for a chance to win!Product Details
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