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Hyperion Books, 2007-01-01

Duke Ellington: The Piano Prince and His Orchestra (Caldecott Honor Book)

Duke Ellington: The Piano Prince and His Orchestra (Caldecott Honor Book)

Great Black Performers

Andrea Pinkney, Author

Brian Pinkney, Illustrator

Paperback

9780786814206

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This swinging, vibrant picture book about jazz composer Edward Kennedy Ellington, better known as "Duke," is a tribute to the legend that continues to live on and influence musicians everywhere.
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A vibrant celebration of a musical legend, this book captures the rhythm of Duke Ellington’s life and legacy. Through dynamic illustrations and lyrical prose, it introduces young readers to themes of creativity, perseverance, and the power of music to unite and inspire.

Keywords and Themes: Biography & Autobiography • Community • Creativity • Cultural & Regional • Dedication • Influence • Innovation • Inspiration • Jazz • Juvenile Nonfiction • Leadership • Legacy • Music • Perseverance

Readability • 5.3

Age Range • 6-9

Pages • 32

Subjects • Ellington • Duke • Jazz musicians • United States • African Americans

Categories • Juvenile Nonfiction | Biography & Autobiography | Music • Juvenile Nonfiction | Biography & Autobiography | Cultural & Regional • Juvenile Nonfiction | Music | Jazz

A joyful biography of jazz pioneer Duke Ellington, recognized with a Caldecott Honor and Coretta Scott King Award Honor, brought to life by a bestselling husband and wife duo.

Born in 1899, Duke Ellington was the forerunner in the evolution of jazz. By the time he was nineteen he was playing at parties, pool halls, and cabarets; and then, in 1927, he entertained at the hottest place around, The Cotton Club in Harlem. But the defining moment of his career came when Duke and his orchestra gave a groundbreaking performance at Carnegie Hall, when they first performed his suite Black, Brown, and Beige, a tribute to the history of African American people. To this day, Duke, the "King of the Keys," is beloved by jazz fans old and new.

This is a stunning introduction to Duke Ellington--a legend who continues to live on and influence musicians everywhere.

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