Tag Archives: Duke Ellington

Thought For the Day: There Are Two Kinds of Music. Good Music, and the Other Kind

Posted on April 29, 2024 by alohapromisesforever

“There are two kinds of music. Good music, and the other kind.” – Duke Ellington

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Thought For the Day: I Don’t Need Time. What I Need Is A Deadline.

Posted on April 29, 2020 by alohapromisesforever

“I don’t need time. What I need is a deadline.” – Duke Ellington, jazz pianist, composer, and conductor (29 Apr 1899-1974)    

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Thought For the Day: A Problem Is A Chance For You To Do Your Best

Posted on April 11, 2020 by alohapromisesforever

“A problem is a chance for you to do your best.” – Duke Ellington      

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Sonic Gems: Duke Ellington – The Far East Suite

Posted on January 26, 2018 by alohapromisesforever

On April 29, 1899, American composer, pianist and jazz band leader Edward Kennedy “Duke” Ellington was born and had a tremendous career in music for over 50 years when he passed on May 24, 1974.  Proving that at least one … Continue reading →

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