Duke Ellington Perfection in Jazz (LP, colored Vinyl)

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Duke Ellington: Perfection in Jazz (LP, colored Vinyl)

(Magic Of Vinyl) 12 tracks, colored vinyl in white

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Edward Kennedy "Duke" Ellington, one of the most influential figures in the history of jazz, transcended the boundaries of time with his incomparable contributions to music. His career spanned more than five decades, during which he not only left a lasting mark on jazz, but also became a cultural icon. As a pianist, he was one of the most important inventors of the stride piano. As a composer, he wrote almost 2000 compositions (songs and suites), 100 of which soon became jazz standards. As a bandleader, he contributed to the development of swing as a big band style. Ellington's genius lay in his ability to elevate jazz from a danceable popular music form to a sophisticated art form that embraced complexity and nuance. His arrangements were intricate, emphasizing the individuality of each instrument while blending into a cohesive, harmonically rich tapestry. His compositions such as "Mood Indigo" and "Take the 'A' Train" are characterized by rich textures, harmonies and a sense of drama. Ellington's world tours as a cultural ambassador not only introduced audiences to jazz, but also challenged stereotypes about African-American musicians. His orchestra's performances were not just concerts, but cultural events that celebrated diversity and demonstrated the power of music as a universal language. In addition to countless awards, including Grammys and the Pulitzer Prize, he was also posthumously awarded the Presidential Medal of Freedom, the highest civilian award in the United States.

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Interpret: Duke Ellington
Album titlle: Perfection in Jazz (LP, colored Vinyl)
Genre Jazz
Geschwindigkeit 33 U/min
Vinyl record size LP (12 Inch)
Sleeve Grading Near Mint (NM or M-)
Record Grading Near Mint (NM or M-)
Artikelart LP
Label Magic Of Vinyl
EAN: 4260494437362
weight in Kg 0.112

Ellington, Duke - Perfection in Jazz (LP, colored Vinyl) LP 1
01	Take the "A" Train	Duke Ellington
02	In A Sentimental Mood	Duke Ellington
03	Mood Indigo	Duke Ellington
04	St Louis Blues	Duke Ellington
05	It Don't Mean a Thing (If It Ain't Got That Swing) [with ¬Rosemary Clooney]	Duke Ellington
06	Solitude	Duke Ellington
07	Tenderly	Duke Ellington
08	Perdido	Duke Ellington
09	Prelude to a Kiss	Duke Ellington
10	Satin Doll	Duke Ellington
11	Haupe	Duke Ellington
12	Dancing in the Dark	Duke Ellington