Tag Archives: Earl Fatha Hines

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

Posted on December 25, 2019 by

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 →

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

Posted on January 5, 2019 by

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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Piano In the Foreground, II (Podcast #18-013)

Posted on July 28, 2018 by

Piano solo, duet and trio interpretations of Ellington compositions by Duke and others….
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Portrait of Sonny Greer (Podcast #18-007)

Posted on April 21, 2018 by

William Alexander “Sonny” Greer was the Ellington band’s first drummer; his tenure was from 1923-51.
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Piano in the Foreground (Podcast #17-008)

Posted on July 22, 2017 by

We feature piano versions of Ellington’s music, by the Maestro himself and other giants like Hines, Tyner, Waller, Tatum and others…. Continue reading →

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