D.C. students bring history to life with Blacks in Wax
Dozens of 5-to-17-year-olds wore makeup and fashions of the era to depict historical figures and highlight their achievements for the annual Blacks in Wax.
In the heart of the Bronx, young jazz talents prepare for national spotlight
The halls of Lehman College are alive with the smooth sounds of Duke Ellington’s “I Didn’t Know About You,” as 17-year-old ...
Black history comes to life here, even though the residents are no longer alive
It’s a place that’s alive with strength, perseverance, and courage, even though its permanent residents are no longer alive.
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From Duke Ellington to ‘Abami Eda’, and to ‘Portable’ – talented musicians and their wiles
For a Jazz lover, one precious recollection you cherish is a snippet of an interview between Michael Parkinson and Duke ...
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Celebrating Duke Ellington School of the Arts’ 50th Anniversary
Duke Ellington School of the Arts celebrated their 50th anniversary with a gala. The event featured a showcase of all eight ...
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Take 5 with Jason Moran
On the occasion of Duke Ellington’s 125th birthday, the great composer passes the torch to his modern counterpart, Jason ...