Tag Archives: Dizzy Gillespie

Portrait of Johnny Hodges, Pt. II (Podcast #19-001)

Posted on January 5, 2019 by Ellington Reflections

A look at some of the outside projects done by Johnny Hodges during his second tenure with the Duke Ellington Orchestra.
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Sittin’ In (Podcast #18-004)

Posted on March 10, 2018 by Ellington Reflections

Over a half century, Ellington crossed paths with many illustrious musicians….
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Ellington & 100 years of Thelonious Monk and Dizzy Gillespie (Podcast #17-013)

Posted on October 7, 2017 by Ellington Reflections

Celebrating the 100th birth anniversaries of Thelonious Monk and Dizzy Gillespie through their connections with Duke Ellington. Continue reading →

Posted in podcast | Tagged Billy Strayhorn, Cootie Williams, Dizzy Gillespie, Duke Ellington, Jazz, Jimmy Rushing, Newport Jazz Festival, Piano, Thelonious Monk | Leave a comment