Rent Duke Ellington: The Definitive Duke Ellington (2005)
0h 40min
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- Synopsis:
Duke Ellington (Edward Kennedy Ellington) born April 29th 1899, was considered as one of the world's greatest musicians and composers. Duke and his orchestra toured the world, notching up thousands of performances in his 50-year career. He performed to everyone, from Queen Elizabeth II and President Nixon, to the common person, and was awarded by the United States government, the highest civil honour, the Presidential Medal of Freedom. Watch him in action on this wonderful video, full of different performances throughout his career. Packed with hits, watch the girls dance, Duke's fingers tinkling on the ivories and even on old lady's final wish, to hear 'Black and Tan Fantasy'! Finish off the experience by listening to some of Duke's tracks. These are a selection of hundreds of Duke recordings over his long career.
Tracklisting:
1. Take the 'A' Train
2. Satin Doll
3. Stormy Weather
4. Blow by Blow
5. Jam with Sam
6. A Bundle of Blues
7. Things Ain't What They Used to Be
8. Vip Boogie
9. Kinda Dukish
10. Bugle Call Rag
11. I Got Rhythm
12. Black and Tan Fantasy- Actors:
- Duke Ellington
- Producers:
- Brian Adams, Michael Stockdale
- Studio:
- Store for Music
- Genres:
- Documentary, Music & Musicals, Performing Arts, Special Interest
