Duke Ellington: American Composer

A beautiful new collection, featuring 36 songs by this American master. An extensive section of text includes facts about Ellington's life, and articles on Duke Ellington the composer, the pianist, the bandleader, and the recording studio aficionado. Each section of text is illustrated by photos. All the major songs by Duke Ellington are presented: Caravan Day Dream Do Nothin' Till You Hear from Me Don't Get Around Much Anymore Drop Me Off in Harlem I Didn't Know About You In a Sentimental Mood It Don't Mean a Thing Satin Doll Solitude Sophisticated Lady and many others. Also included are long-out-of-print songs from Ellington's only Broadway show, Beggar's Holiday.