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    Duke Ellington defied mid-20th century labels with 'The Queen's Suite'

    Duke Ellington defied mid-20th century labels with 'The Queen's Suite'

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    Duke Ellington defied mid-20th century labels with 'The Queen's Suite'

    FromRhapsody in Black

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    Length:
    5 minutes
    Released:
    Nov 9, 2023
    Format:
    Podcast episode

    Description

    Pianist, composer and innovator Duke Ellington is famous today for his jazz and swing music. However, he had a few other visions kicking around in his tool box, including some memorable suites such as ‘The Queen’s Suite.’ Find out more in the 'Rhapsody in Black' podcast.
    Released:
    Nov 9, 2023
    Format:
    Podcast episode

    Titles in the series (20)

    Rhapsody in Black, from YourClassical, is an ecstatic exploration of classical music that’s aesthetically and uncompromisingly Black. Join host Tesfa Wondemagegnehu as he examines the impact of Black composers and performers on the genre.