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Born 29 April 1899 in Washington DC, composer, bandleader, and pianist Edward Kennedy ("Duke") Ellington was recognized in his lifetime as one of the greatest jazz composers and performers. Nicknamed "Duke" by a boyhood friend who admired his regal air, the name stuck and became indelibly associated with the finest creations in big band and vocal jazz. A genius for instrumental combinations, improvisation, and jazz arranging brought the world the unique "Ellington" sound that found consummate expression in works like "Mood Indigo," "Sophisticated Lady," and the symphonic suites Black, Brown, and Beige (which he subtitled "a Tone Parallel to the History of the Negro in America") and Harlem ("a Tone Parallel to Harlem"). Media Articles |
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Kirby Shaw : In a Mellow Tone This arrangement of the great Duke Ellington standard is hot! Voices in octaves start the melody over a single bass line and gradually develop into an exciting big-band style shout chorus.Available separately: SATB, SAB, SSA, Instrumental Pak (parts for Guitar, Bass and Drums) and ShowTrax CD. Performance Time: Approx. 3:15 Kirby Shaw : It Don't Mean a Thing: The Best of Duke Ellington (Medley) Pay tribute to the music of Duke Ellington in this hot 7-minute medley. Includes four of his greatest hits: Mood Indigo, Satin Doll, Take the A Train and It Don't Mean A Thing (If It Ain't Got That Swing).Available separately: SATB, SAB, SSA, Instrumental ePak (parts for Trumpet I & II, Tenor Sax, Trombone, Guitar, Bass and Drums) and ShowTrax CD. Kirby Shaw : Everything But You Here is a 1945 Duke Ellington and Ella Fitzgerald tune that is an easy shuffle. The lyrical hook is fun and this arrangement matches that fun with style. Mac Huff : Hit Me with a Hot Note This sizzling Duke Ellington classic will be a super feature for pop and jazz choirs. Use the live band or ShowTrax CD for extra impact!Available separately: SATB, SAB, SSA, Instrumental ePak (parts for Trumpet I & II, Tenor Sax, Trombone, Baritone Sax, Guitar, Bass and Drums) and ShowTrax CD. Performance Time: Approx.2:40 Mac Huff : It Don't Mean a Thing (If It Ain't Got That Swing) Mac Huff keeps things movin' with this swingin' arrangement of Duke Ellington's masterpiece. Mark Brymer : It Don't Mean a Thing This hot '30s swing number is high energy from beginning to end. Featured in the Broadway revue Bubbling Brown Sugar, this chart has great dance potential. Available: SATB, SAB, SSA, Instrumental Pak, ShowTrax CD. Peformance Time: Approx. 2:20. Paris Rutherford : In a Mellow Tone This classic Duke Ellington song has been recorded by countless jazz performers and enjoyed by millions of listeners. This new, accessible arrangement adds to the repertoire and makes this timeless song available to a new generation of singers. An ensemble improv section can also be covered by solos and the iconic Count Basie piano ending opens discussions of jazz stylings. Paris Rutherford : Come Sunday Known primariily as a band leader and jazz artist, Duke Ellington also had deep roots in the Christian faith. His 1943 cantata Black, Brown and Beige featured this rich and deeply moving song most famously performed and recorded by Mahalia Jackson. These accessible settings for mixed and treble choirs by noted jazz educator Paris Rutherford are ideal for both worship and concert performance. Available for SATB, SAB, SSA, IPak (Strings and Rhythm Section) and ShowTrax CD. Paris Rutherford : It Don't Mean a Thing (If it AinŐt Got That Swing) The great Ellington classic still swings in this setting that includes a written vocal and piano solo.Available separately: SATB, ePak(R) and ShowTrax CD. Performance Time: Approx. 4:25. Paris Rutherford : Caravan A jazz classic in a barn burner Afro-Cuban setting, provides an exciting and energetic closer to a set, or even a full show. Fun and rewarding for your group to perform, there are opportunities for multiple solos, both vocal and instrumental. Roger Emerson : It Don't Mean a Thing A true musical classic now available in the Discovery Jazz Series. Expertly arranged for younger choirs this is the perfect introduction to the music known as Swing.Available separately: 3-Part Mixed, 2-Part and ShowTrax CD. Performance Time: Approx. 2:30. Russell L. Robinson : Duke's Place Sometimes known as "C Jam Blues," this is the vocal version of Duke Ellingtonis signature theme. The lyrics are as hip as can be: "Saxes do their tricks at Dukeis Place." Perfectly crafted for developing choirs with easy, tight harmonies. Also included are a call and response section and a written-out scat solo. This arrangement has it all. |
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