Tag Archives: Don Byron

Beyond the “Usual Suspects” once more (Podcast #19-021)

Posted on December 25, 2019 by Ellington Reflections

Most Duke Ellington tribute concerts and recordings rely on just a handful of his compositions (Mood Indigo, Satin Doll, In A Sentimental Mood, etc.). The Duke Ellington Society refers to these songs as “the usual suspects.” While they are worthy … Continue reading →

Posted in podcast | Tagged Billy Strayhorn, David Murray, Don Byron, Duke Ellington, Earl Fatha Hines, Gil Evans, Happy Holidays, Happy New Year, John Coltrane, Martin, Medeski, Steve Lacy, Wood | Leave a comment

Beyond the Usual Suspects, Again (Podcast #18-006)

Posted on April 7, 2018 by Ellington Reflections

Another survey of Ellington covers – beyond those you usually hear. Continue reading →

Posted in podcast | Tagged Benny Carter, Billy Strayhorn, Bubber Miley, Don Byron, Duke Ellington, Fats Waller, Ivie Anderson, James Newton, Jimmy Hamilton, Milt Grayson, Red Norvo, Sam Woodyard, Steve Lacy, The Perfume Suite, Zoot Sims | Leave a comment

Beyond “The Usual Suspects” (Podcast #18-001)

Posted on January 20, 2018 by Ellington Reflections

Featuring rarely covered Ellington compositions Continue reading →

Posted in podcast | Tagged Albert de la Fuente, Alice Babbs, Casablanca, Cootie Williams, Doc Cheatham, Don Byron, Don Cherry, Duke Ellington, Herbie Mann, Jay McShann, Joe "Tricky Sam" Nanton, Johnny Hodges, Lawrence Brown, Norah Jones, Phil Woods, Rahsaan Roland Kirk, Second Sacred Concert, Steve Lacy, Usual Suspects | Leave a comment