Today we celebrate the birthday of the Duke! Duke Ellington was born on April 29th, 1899 in Washington, DC.
- If you'd like to learn a little more about Duke Ellington and hear a couple of his songs, then check out the Podcast Extra:
Big Band Birthdays - April 29: Duke Ellington
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