Top 10 most inspiring quotes by Duke Ellington
- Art is dangerous. It is one of the attractions: when it ceases to be dangerous you don’t want it.
- There are two kinds of worries – those you can do something about and those you can’t. Don’t spend any time on the latter.
- By and large, jazz has always been like the kind of a man you wouldn’t want your daughter to associate with.
- Fate is being kind to me. Fate doesn’t want me to be too famous too young.
- If you have a great band with a mediocre drummer, you have a mediocre band. If you have a mediocre band with a great drummer, you have a great band!
- New York is a place where the rich walk, the poor drive Cadillac’s, and the beggars die of malnutrition with thousands of dollars hidden in their mattresses.
- Critics have their purposes, and they’re supposed to do what they do, but sometimes they get a little carried away with what they think someone should have done, rather than concerning themselves with what they did.
- Selfishness can be a virtue. Selfishness is essential to survival, and without survival we cannot protect those whom we love more than ourselves.
- Critics get a little carried away with what someone should have done, rather than what he did.
- I fluffed off the guy who kept requesting tunes all night, then found out he was the King’s son.
Duke Ellington, born Edward Kennedy Ellington on April 29, 1899, in Washington, D.C., was a prolific American composer, pianist, and bandleader who became one of the most influential figures in jazz history. His career spanned more than five decades, and he is often referred to as “The Duke” due to his noble and elegant demeanor.
Ellington’s innovative approach to jazz music bridged the gap between classical and popular music, pushing the boundaries of the genre. He composed thousands of pieces, including classics like “Take the ‘A’ Train,” “Mood Indigo,” and “Sophisticated Lady.” His orchestra, known as the Duke Ellington Orchestra or Duke Ellington and His Famous Orchestra, featured some of the finest musicians in jazz history.
Throughout his career, Ellington received numerous accolades, including multiple Grammy Awards and the Presidential Medal of Freedom. His music was not only groundbreaking but also reflected the social and cultural changes of his time. He toured extensively, both nationally and internationally, spreading the influence of jazz around the world.
Duke Ellington’s legacy endures through his timeless compositions and recordings and the profound impact he had on the evolution of jazz. He passed away on May 24, 1974, but his music continues to inspire and captivate audiences worldwide.
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