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Edward Kennedy "Duke" Ellington (April 29 1899 – May 24 1974) was an American composer, pianist, and bandleader. Recognized during his life as one of the most influential figures in jazz, if not in all American music, Ellington's reputation has increased since his death, including a special a... Read More...
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New life for old tunes - Montreal Gazette instrumentalist who attacked old jazz tunes as if he owned them, with a braggadocio that mirrored his phenomenally flashy technique. His first two albums, JC on the Set and Jurassic Classics, featured the Detroit musician on everything from swing to ...
County to present free concert and fireworks at Bowdoin Park - Poughkeepsie Journal The Dutchess County Parks Department will sponsor a free summer concert at the Bandshell at Bowdoin Park on Saturday, July 12, starting at 4 p.m. The event will feature three local bands, followed by a fireworks display. “This concert at the ...
HSO LIGHTS FUSE FOR FIREWORKS - Patriot-News Harrisburg Symphony Orchestra will take its annual series of free outdoor concerts to new venues in Lemoyne and Annville for this Independence Day weekend. HSO, led by conductor Stuart Malina, will hold down its usual post along the Susquehanna River ...
