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Memories of Duke

Memories of Duke

19801h 25m
DocumentaryMusic

Status

Released

Release

1980

Runtime

1h 25m

Storyline

Documentary reminiscence of the late jazz bandleader Duke Ellington. Shot in 1968, this footage includes the previously unreleased "Mexican Suite" plus all the Ellington classics including "Satin Doll," "Mood Indigo," "Black and Tan Fantasy," and "Take the A Train" plus interviews with band members, film sequences which featured Ellington and his band and other exclusive footage.

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Details

Status
Released
Runtime
1h 25m
Apr 12, 1980
Director
Gary Keys

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