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A Drum Is a Woman is a musical allegory by American pianist, composer, and bandleader Duke Ellington and his long-time musical collaborator Billy Strayhorn. It tells the story of Madam Zajj, the personification of African rhythm, and Carribee Joe, who has his roots firmly in the jungle with his drums.
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Feb 12, 2018 · Duke Ellington And His Orchestra: Alto Saxophone – Johnny Hodges, Rick Henderson, Russell Procope Baritone Saxophone – Harry Carney ...more.
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This is Part 1 featuring Margaret Tynes, Ozzie Bailey and the Ellington orchestra. The first cut is titled "A Drum is a Woman", followed by "Rhythm Pum Te D...
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Oct 5, 2017 · Provided to YouTube by Columbia/LegacyA Drum Is a Woman, Pt. 1 · Duke Ellington & His OrchestraA Drum Is a Woman℗ Originally released 1957. All rights reserv...
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May 2, 2017 · Despite more than a few narrative references that reinforce the misogynous views suggested by its title, A Drum Is a Woman convincingly presented Ellington’s case to justify his emerging role as an elder statesman of American music, framing him in the company of historical icons like New Orleans legend Buddy Bolden and “symphonic jazz ...
A Drum Is a Woman. Album • 1957. 12 songs • 48 minutes. A Drum Is a Woman is a musical allegory by American pianist, composer, and bandleader Duke Ellington and his...
A Drum Is a Woman by Duke Ellington, Duke Ellington & His Orchestra released in 1956. Find album reviews, track lists, credits, awards and more at ...
