Ellington,
Duke (born Edward Kennedy Ellington) 1899-1974; U.S. jazz musician & composer
See Ellington in American Heritage Dictionary 4
(ĕlˈĭng-tən), Edward Kennedy Known as “Duke.” 1899-1974.
American jazz composer, pianist, and bandleader whose compositions include “Mood Indigo” (1930), “Sophisticated Lady” (1933), and concert pieces such as Black, Brown, and Beige (1943).