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Duke Ellington, a commanding figure in music and cultural history, especially in the jazz world, died 50 years ago, on May 24, 1974. Edward Kennedy Ellington was born into a lower middle-class family in Washington, D.C., on April 29, 1899. His mother was the daughter of a former slave.

While it is Ellington’s name on the album cover, the reason we treat his name as synonymous with jazz is because of the music his band created, writes Sammy Miller.

Fumi Tomita's survey of early jazz recognises the musical significance of lesser-known players who didn't get the column inches or billboards

Duke Ellington, byname of Edward Kennedy Ellington, (born April 29, 1899, Washington, D.C., U.S.—died May 24, 1974, New York, N.Y.), American pianist who was the greatest jazz composer and bandleader of his time. One of the originators of big-band jazz, Ellington led his band for more than half a century, composed thousands of scores, and created one of the most distinctive ensemble sounds in all of Western music. Ellington grew up in a secure middle-class family in Washington, D.C. His...

Copyrights expire on Jan. 1 in the United States for works created in 1927—two days after Canada closes off its public domain for expansion for another 20 years.

A shivering Duke Ellington wrapped up warm when he found Dundee slightly colder than New Orleans back in February 1967.

For over 100 years jazz music has captured the imagination of the public, with jazz bands becoming household names. Here, we name the best jazz band leaders responsible for defining, influencing and shaping the genre into what it is today.

For over 100 years jazz music has captured the imagination of the public, with jazz bands becoming household names. Here, we name the best jazz band leaders responsible for defining, influencing and shaping the genre into what it is today.

Freddie Green is synonymous with swing guitar. Green enjoyed a 50-year career holding down the rhythm chair of Count Basie’s famed big band.