Passion Flower was written by Billy Strayhorn shortly after joining with Ellington in 1939. When Ellington and his musicians went to Europe, Strayhorn stayed behind and wrote several songs, including Passion Flower and Day Dream. It was recorded in 1941.
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Passion Flower was written by Billy Strayhorn shortly after joining with Ellington in 1939. When Ellington and his musicians went to Europe, Strayhor… read more
Passion Flower was written by Billy Strayhorn shortly after joining with Ellington in 1939. When Ellington and his musicians went to Europe, Strayhorn stayed behind and wrote several son… read more
Duke Ellington (Edward Kennedy Ellington, April 29, 1899 - May 24, 1974) was an American jazz composer, pianist and bandleader, one of the most influential figures in jazz, if not in all American music. Duke Ellington composed over 3000 songs, including: "It Don't Mean A Thing If It Ain't Got That Swing", "Sophisticated Lady", "Mood Indigo", “Solitude", "In a Mellotone", and "Satin Doll". Through the ranks of Duke Ellington & His Orchestra passed some of the biggest names in jazz, including Billy Strayhorn, Johnn…read more
Duke Ellington (Edward Kennedy Ellington, April 29, 1899 - May 24, 1974) was an American jazz composer, pianist and bandleader, one of the most influential figures in jazz, if not in all A… read more
Duke Ellington (Edward Kennedy Ellington, April 29, 1899 - May 24, 1974) was an American jazz composer, pianist and bandleader, one of the most influential figures in jazz, if not in all American music. Duke Ellington composed over 30… read more