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4) The Duke
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English
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Description
Joe Jackson's interpretation of Duke Ellington Classics.
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English
Description
The African-American cultural movement of the 1920's in uptown New York City became known as the Harlem Renaissance. Music became the centerpiece that this movement was built around. This program traces the roots of the music, its social impact on society and its eventual acceptance in mainstream culture.
15) Paris blues
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English
Description
Two American jazz musicians living in Paris fall in love with two girls on vacation from America. They must decide whether to stay in Paris for their music careers, or move back to America for love.
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Language
English
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Picture Book Musician Bios Summer Challenge 2018 Music
Picture Books for Black History Month
Rocking and Rolling Picture Book Biographies
Picture Books for Black History Month
Rocking and Rolling Picture Book Biographies
Description
A brief recounting of the career of this jazz musician and composer who, along with his orchestra, created music that was beyond category.
18) Duke Ellington
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English
Description
Traces the life of the internationally-acclaimed musician and composer, Duke Ellington who helped popularize jazz music.