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The Piano Prince and His Orchestra

By Andrea Davis Pinkney Pictures by Jerry Pinkney
Duke Ellington did not just play music. He created sounds so rich and surprising that people called them beyond category. This picture book biography introduces young readers to Ellington’s life as a jazz musician, composer, and bandleader. With lively storytelling, it follows his rise and celebrates the orchestra that helped bring his music to audiences everywhere. The book captures the energy of jazz while showing how talent, imagination, and hard work can grow into something unforgettable. Duke Ellington is a strong choice for children exploring music, biography, Black history, and American culture. It invites you to listen with your imagination and discover a musician whose art changed the sound of the world.
6-8 Years 9-12 Years 36 Pages
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