Duke Ellington was one of the most important creative forces in the music of the twentieth century. His influence on classical music, popular music, and, of course, jazz, simply cannot be overstated. Among his best-known songs are "Sophisticated Lady," "In A Sentimental Mood," "Prelude To A Kiss" "I Let A Song Go Out Of My Heart," "I Got It Bad (And That Ain't Good)," "Don't Get Around Much Any More" "Do Nothin' Till You Hear From Me," "Satin Doll," and "It Don't Mean A Thing." which was added t

A reflection by the iconic Duke Ellington on how classical music influenced his own compositional style, taken from a 1966 press interview. #DukeEllington #JazzHistory #ClassicalInfluence #MusicComposition #JazzLegends MusicInterview 1960s AmericanMusic | Legendary Musicians