Tag Archives: Charlie Parker

Portrait of Johnny Hodges, Pt. I (Podcast #18-020)

Posted on December 15, 2018 by Ellington Reflections

Johnny Hodges one of the most unique voices in jazz, graced the Ellington band for almost 40 years.
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When Cootie Left the Duke, Pt. II (Podcast #17-010)

Posted on August 19, 2017 by Ellington Reflections

Cootie Williams starts his own big band after a year long stint with Benny Goodman.
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