Early Life
When was Duke Ellington born?
April 29, 1899
Where did Duke Ellington begin his early music career?
Washington, D.C.
where did Duke Ellington move to in 1923?
New York City
What is Duke Ellington's most famous jazz composition about a train?
Take the A train?
What famous musician wrote a tribute song about Duke Ellington?
Stevie Wonder
Where was Duke Ellington Born?
Washington, D.C.
what style of music had an influence on Duke Ellington?
Ragtime
What orchestra did Duke Ellington create in 1927?
The Duke Ellington Orchestra
What composer collaborated with Duke Ellington throughout his career?
Billy Strayhorn
Who was Duke Ellington's wife?
Edna Thompson
Who were Duke Ellington's parents?
James Edward & Daisy Kennedy Ellington
What band did Duke Ellington form in 1917?
The Duke's Serenaders or The Colored Syncopators
How many recordings did Duke Ellington's orchestra make in its early years?
About 200
What song did Duke Ellington compose about swing?
It Don't Mean A Thing If It Ain't Got That Swing
What was Duke Ellington's official name?
Edward Ellington
When did Duke Ellington start playing piano?
7
What instrument was Duke Ellington's primary instrument?
Piano
Where did Duke Ellington's orchestra tour in the 1930s?
United States and Europe
How many Grammy Awards did Duke Ellington win?
11
Who was Duke Ellington's Child?
Mercer Ellington
Where did Duke Ellington go to High School?
Armstrong Manual Training School
What helped Duke Ellington grow as a musician?
His musical talent and creativity
What type of music did Duke Ellington compose for his orchestra?
Jazz Music
What presidential award did Duke Ellington receive in 1969?
The Presidential Medal of Freedom
How many honorary doctorate degrees did Duke Ellington receive?
19