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: [DUKE ELLINGTON is noted in his particular musical sphere as a composer, arranger, pianist and band-leader. He was born in Washington, D.C., and started piano lessons at the age of 10. Up to 1923 he played and worked in and around Washington. Later he formed his own group, calling it the "Washingtonians." For five years he played at the Kentucky Club and then went to the famous Cotton Club. His band will be heard from 2ZB on Wednesday, October 1, at 3.0 p.m.

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New Zealand Listener, Volume 17, Issue 431, 26 September 1947, Page 31

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Untitled New Zealand Listener, Volume 17, Issue 431, 26 September 1947, Page 31

Untitled New Zealand Listener, Volume 17, Issue 431, 26 September 1947, Page 31

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