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Vocabulary Entry
ellington
|noun • verb • adjective
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N
noun
A proper noun referring to Duke Ellington, a famous American composer, pianist, and bandleader.
Example Sentences
"Ellington composed many jazz standards."
"The band played an arrangement of an Ellington classic."
"Students studied Ellington's influence on modern jazz."
V
verb
To perform or arrange music in the style of Duke Ellington.
Example Sentences
"The orchestra will ellington a piece during the concert."
"She decided to ellington the song to give it a unique flair."
"Musicians often ellington their arrangements to add complexity."
A
adjective
Related to or characteristic of Duke Ellington’s music or style.
Example Sentences
"The ellington sound is recognizable in the jazz genre."
"They are known for their ellington-style performances."
"His ellington-like compositions resonated with the audience."