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February 20: Duke Ellington 2 min read

• African-American history
• Black History Month
• Jazz
• Music

February 20: Duke Ellington

Ronald Bunn 1 year ago

A Daily Journey Through Black History Month The Icon of Jazz Composition Story Duke Ellington, born in 1899, is widely regarded as one of the... Read More

February 14: Scott Joplin 2 min read

• African-American history
• Black History Month
• Music
• Ragtime

February 14: Scott Joplin

Ronald Bunn 1 year ago

A Daily Journey Through Black History Month The King of Ragtime Story Scott Joplin, often referred to as “The King of Ragtime,” revolutionized American music with his... Read More

Miles Davis: Honoring the Legacy of a Jazz Icon — 95 Years Old 2 min read

• African-American history
• Birthday
• Jazz

Miles Davis: Honoring the Legacy of a Jazz Icon — 95 Years Old

Ronald Bunn 2 years ago

Miles Davis, one of the most influential figures in the history of jazz, was born on May 26, 1926, in Alton, Illinois.Today, we celebrate what... Read More