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Billy Strayhorn reviewing some sheet-music with Duke Ellington | Photo Credit: Frank Driggs Collection
Billy Strayhorn (right) with long-time collaborator Duke Ellington

Trivia Tuesday: Billy Strayhorn's Career with Duke Ellington

April 16, 2019

At 18, Billy Strayhorn composed the song “Something To Live For,” which was later recorded by Duke Ellington. This became the start of a lifelong collaboration between the two jazz musicians.

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