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“Duke Ellington is my choice for many reasons. Nobody has written so many great pieces of music, which are everlasting, and he has made them available to the world through his orchestrations of his work in a unique way. Lastly, he was himself a fine pianist. He covers the entire musical spectrum with his genius.”

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Marian McPartland

Marian McPartland, born on March 20, 1918 and passed away on August 20, 2013, was an outstanding jazz pianist. Known for her unique playing style and contributions to jazz music, her career spanned over half a century. more

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