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The Duke Ellington Orchestra

  • McGregor Hall 201 Breckenridge Street Henderson, NC, 27536 (map)
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The Duke Ellington Orchestra formed in the late 1920s. Ellington remained at the helm as bandleader from 1923 until his death – resulting in a career lasting over 50 years.

He composed over 3,000 songs during his lifetime, including mass favorites like “It Don’t Mean a Thing if It Ain’t Got That Swing” and “Sophisticated Lady”.

The Duke Ellington Orchestra continues to travel worldwide performing these and several others of Ellington’s celebrated classics.

This performance is a part of the McGregor Live! Series. Purchase tickets here: Link to Etix for Purchase