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happy (belated) birthday, duke!

Think of yourself as fashionably late. Yes, Duke Ellington's 100th birthday occurred almost a year ago, but it's not to late to participate in the festivities. Here's one way: Visit this online version of National Public Radio's ten-part tribute to the jazz giant. You'll find brief essays on chronological topics starting with an introductory biographical overview and ending with a discussion of his legacy and influence on a generation of musicians. In-depth yet concise, and puncuated with strategic hyperlinks, this is a fitting tribute to a seminal figure in American music history. Don't miss it.

Fri, 21 Jan 2000 08:10:41 -0800