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Strayhorn

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Stray·horn  (strhôrn), William Known as "Billy." 1915-1967.
American jazz pianist and composer who spent the majority of his career as an arranger with Duke Ellington's orchestra. His compositions, most notably "Take the A Train," earned him regard as one of the most sophisticated composers in the history of jazz.
Strayhorn [ˈstreɪˌhɔːn]
n
(Biographies / Strayhorn, Billy (1915-1967) M, US, MUSIC: composer, MUSIC: pianist) Billy, full name William Strayhorn. 1915-67, US jazz composer and pianist, noted esp for his association (1939-67) with Duke Ellington
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Take the 'A' train," written by Billy Strayhorn and named after a New York metro line, was a huge hit for Ellington, one of most influential figures in jazz who performed in Baghdad in 1963.
Jazz takes the 'A' train from New York to Baghdad by AFP / AFP American Edition
Take the 'A' train," written by Billy Strayhorn and named after a New York metro line, was a huge hit for Ellington, one of most influential figures in jazz who performed in Baghdad in 1963.
Jazz takes the 'A' train from New York to Baghdad by AFP / AFP Global Edition
She said about 55 musicians would take to the stage for a concert featuring the music of Duke Ellington and Billy Strayhorn tomorrow night, while bands such as Courtney Pine's Jazz Warriors Afropeans also boast serious numbers.
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