Duke Ellington
Narrated by Forest Whitaker
- Released
- March 11, 2014
- Length
- 17 mins
- Format
- Unabridged Audiobook
- Publisher
- Weston Woods
Explore the joyful biography of jazz pioneer Duke Ellington, honored with both a Caldecott Honor and a Coretta Scott King Award Honor. From his early performances at parties and the iconic Cotton Club in Harlem to his groundbreaking suite "Black, Brown, and Beige" at Carnegie Hall, Duke's influence on jazz is profound and enduring. This intriguing account brings to life the legacy of the "King of the Keys," celebrating his impact on music and culture for generations.
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