1899-1974

Recounts the life and career of the musician and composer who helped to define jazz music.

A biography of the pianist, composer, and band leader who popularized jazz.

A biography of the black musician who in fifty years has composed 2000 songs and performed them all over the world.

Tells the life story of jazz composer, bandleader, and pianist Duke Ellington, describing his childhood, his achievements, and his legacy.

Discusses the life of composer, performer, and band leader Duke Ellington, discussing his upbringing, his artistic talent, his decision to concentrate on music, and his rise to fame in the early twentieth century, despite racial prejudice.

A career biography of African-American musician Duke Ellington, focusing on his contributions to jazz.

A brief introduction to the life of African American musician Duke Ellington, who influenced jazz and popular music.

Biography of an internationally acclaimed jazz musician who as a young man was torn between a career in art and music.

Examines the life and career of the talented jazz composer, bandleader, and pianist, from his childhood in Washington, D.C., through his battle against racism, to his influence on the world of jazz.