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To celebrate Black History Month, we are honoring Black cultural icons and their contributions to American history.

Nicknamed “Duke” for his gentlemanly composure and attire, Duke Ellington was a respected music composer, pianist, and bandleader. His career spanned more than six decades and earned him 11 Grammys.

Ellington’s music reflected his influences of African American and Latin sounds, gaining him worldwide fame. He performed in prestigious concert halls and clubs to diverse crowds, all the while telling the stories of Black people and the Black experience through his music.

In search of new influences in the ’60s, and with the arrival of rock ’n’ roll, Ellington adapted to the new sound, erasing boundaries between genres and bridging a gap between generations.

Today, Duke Ellington remains a legendary figure in style, music, and American history.

Black history is American history.

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