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The Diligent Duke of Ellington
A quadruple-threat, the Duke is revered as musician, leader, arranger, composer
August
1
1946
HARRY HESS
The Diligent Duke of Ellington
HARRY HESS
August
1
1946
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The Diligent Duke of Ellington
A quadruple-threat, the Duke is revered as musician, leader, arranger, composer
August
1
1946
HARRY HESS
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