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ellington

/ˈɛlɪŋtən/

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noun

/ˈɛlɪŋtən/B2formal
  • ruИмя собственное, относящееся к человеку, а именно к известному американскому джазовому композитору, пианисту и руководителю оркестра, жившему с 1899 по 1974 год.

A proper noun referring to a person, specifically a renowned American jazz composer, pianist, and bandleader who lived from 1899 to 1974.

uncountable · proper noun

  1. Duke EllingtonB2formal

    A highly influential American jazz composer, pianist, and bandleader who led his orchestra from 1923 until his death in 1974.

    ruДюк Эллингтон

    • Ellington composed thousands of pieces, including 'It Don't Mean a Thing (If It Ain't Got That Swing)'.
    • The Ellington orchestra was a staple at the Cotton Club in Harlem.
    • Many consider Ellington one of the greatest figures in jazz history.
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