Ellington Collection

DUKE ELLINGTON (1899-1974). American musician and composer. Photographed in 1934 by Maurice Seymour

DUKE ELLINGTON (1899-1974). Edward Kennedy Ellington. American musician and composer. Photographed, 1929

The Ray Ellington Quartet. Ray Ellington (1916-1985) London-born singer, drummer and bandleader best known for his appearances on radio and TV in The Goon Show from 1951 to 1960. Date: 1950s

Femina - Dancehall in Berlin - nowadays, this is the Duke Ellington Hotel!

Jazzy Days
Kubistika

Duke Ellington Band, Finsbury Park Astoria, London, 1963. Creator: Brian Foskett
Duke Ellington Band, Finsbury Park Astoria, London, 1963

Sam Woodyard, American jazz drummer, c1963. Creator: Brian Foskett
Sam Woodyard, American jazz drummer, c1963

Lawrence Brown, American jazz trombonist, 1962. Creator: Brian Foskett
Lawrence Brown, American jazz trombonist, 1962

Duke Ellington signing his autograph, c1962. Creator: Brian Foskett
Duke Ellington signing his autograph, c1962

Take The "A" Train
Fernando Correia da Silva

Jazzy Days Dark Red
Kubistika

Duke Ellington and the Cotton Club Orchestra (b / w photo)
1077525 Duke Ellington and the Cotton Club Orchestra (b/w photo) by American Photographer, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info)

Ray Ellington. Ray Ellington (1916-1985) British-born singer, drummer and bandleader best known for his appearances on radio and TV in The Goon Show from 1951 to 1960. Date: 1950s

"Ellington, "Winner of the Derby, 1856 (engraving)
1608853 " Ellington, " Winner of the Derby, 1856 (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: " Ellington, " Winner of the Derby, 1856)

Dropping from the sky
C. Mei

Huntingdonshire PE28 0 Map
Postcode Sector Map of Huntingdonshire PE28 0

Northumberland NE61 5 Map
Postcode Sector Map of Northumberland NE61 5

Cootie Williams, Duke Ellington Orchestra, Finsbury Park Astroria, London, 1962. Creator
Cootie Williams, Duke Ellington Orchestra, Finsbury Park Astroria, London, 1962

Johnny Hodges, Duke Ellington Band, 1962. Creator: Brian Foskett
Johnny Hodges, Duke Ellington Band, 1962

Paul Gonsalves and Lawrence Brown, rehearsal for a Sacred Concert, Cambridge, 1967
Paul Gonsalves (tenor sax) and Lawrence Brown (trombone), rehearsal for a Sacred Concert, Cambridge, 1967. On February 20, 1967, Duke Ellingtons 15-piece ensemble

Johnny Hodges, Duke Ellington Band, 1962. Creator: Brian Foskett
Johnny Hodges, Duke Ellington Band, 1962

Cat Anderson and Johnny Hodges, Duke Ellington Band, 1962. Creator: Brian Foskett
Cat Anderson and Johnny Hodges, Duke Ellington Band, 1962

Duke Ellington, rehearsal for a Sacred Concert at Great St Marys Church, Cambridge, 1967. On February 20, 1967, Duke Ellingtons 15-piece ensemble, featuring many of jazzs all-time greats

Cat Anderson, Duke Ellington Concert, New Victoria Theatre, London, 1964. Creator: Brian Foskett
Cat Anderson, Duke Ellington Concert, New Victoria Theatre, London, 1964

Ellington, 1853-1870, (1911). From British Sports and Sportsmen Part 1. [British Sports and Sportsmen, London, 1911]

DUKE ELLINGTON (1899-1974). American musician and composer. Photograph by Maurice Seymour, 1934

JACKIE ROBINSON (1919-1972). John Roosevelt Robinson, known as Jackie. American baseball player. To the left, with Roy Wilkins and Duke Ellington, during the Spingarn Medal award ceremony

DUKE ELLINGTON (1899-1974). American musician and composer. On the front lawn at the White House Arts Festival. Photographed by Marion Trikosko, 14 June 1965

TEXAS: DOCTOR, 1939. Women waiting to see Dr. J. H. Ellington on a Sunday morning in San Augustine
TEXAS: DOCTOR, 1939. Women waiting to see Dr. J.H. Ellington on a Sunday morning in San Augustine, Texas. Photograph by Russell Lee, April 1939

Duke Ellington
circa 1974: American big band leader and legendary jazz pianist Duke (Edward Kennedy) Ellington (1899 - 1974), composer of between 2000 and 5000 tunes. (Photo by Central Press/Getty Images)

American aviator flying a biplane bomber over Ellington Field, Texas. Photograph, c1917
WWI: AMERICAN BOMBER. American aviator flying a biplane bomber over Ellington Field, Texas. Photograph, c1917

American musician and composer. Photographed performing in New York City, 1943, by Gordon Parks
DUKE ELLINGTON (1899-1974). American musician and composer. Photographed performing in New York City, 1943, by Gordon Parks

Duke Ellington
DUKE ELLINGTON (Edward Kennedy Ellington) American bandleader and jazz composer, looking rather hounded by Press photographers. Date: 1899 - 1974

Windmill, Ellington
Peg Mill, at Ellington in Huntingdonshire, England

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Ellington, a name that resonates with the soulful melodies of jazz and the brilliance of musical composition. Duke Ellington, born Edward Kennedy Ellington in 1899, was an iconic American musician and composer who left an indelible mark on the world of music. In 1934, he was captured in a timeless photograph by Maurice Seymour, exuding confidence and passion for his craft. The Ray Ellington Quartet also showcased their talent, bringing forth mesmerizing harmonies that captivated audiences. The year 1929 saw another captivating portrait of Duke Ellington, showcasing his evolution as an artist. His compositions transcended boundaries and touched hearts around the globe. One cannot forget the vibrant energy of Femina - Dancehall in Berlin where Duke's music echoed through every corner. It was here that his genius merged with the rhythm of dance to create unforgettable moments. The Duke Ellington Band graced Finsbury Park Astoria in London in 1963 under Brian Foskett's lens. Their performance transported listeners to a realm where time stood still; each note painting vivid pictures within their minds. "Take The 'A' Train, " one of his most famous compositions, became synonymous with jazzy days filled with joyous rhythms and infectious melodies. It represented a journey into a world where music spoke louder than words. Jazzy Days painted themselves dark red as they embraced the essence of Duke's creations. Each note carried emotions untold but deeply felt by all who listened. Even beyond music, Ellington's influence extended to other realms such as aviation. The Lockheed C-130A Hercules 55-0007 paid homage to this legendary figure who soared above conventions and pushed boundaries like no other. Sam Woodyard, an American jazz drummer captured by Brian Foskett circa 1963 embodied the spirit of collaboration that thrived within Duke's band. Together they created magic on stage, leaving audiences in awe.