Stoughton Opera Hosts Duke Ellington Orchestra

Duke Ellington was one of the most influential figures in jazz, if not all of American music. During his lifetime he created over two thousand pieces of music, including many songs that have become standards.

Playing for the royalty and for the common people, by the end of his fifty-year career, he had played over 20,000 performances worldwide. He was The Duke, Duke Ellington.

Under the direction of Barrie Lee Hall, Jr., the Duke Ellington Orchestra is a national treasure, capturing the magic of the past and bringing new audiences under the spell of this American legend. Barrie keeps the spirit alive and kicking, playing standards like “Take the A-Train,” “Mood Indigo” and “It Don’t Mean a Thing (If It Ain’t Got That Swing)” in Dukes inimitable style.

This performance promises to be a high-energy event - invoking the sophistication, style, and swing of classic Duke Ellington Orchestra. Get your tickets early, as “the Duke” is known to sell out. -- www.cityofstoughton.com