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The contributions of lead trumpeter [[Bubber Miley]] helped define his 'jungle' sound in which the trumpet was made to 'speak' through skilful use of the mute, a style continued by Miley's successor [[Cootie Williams]].

The contributions of lead trumpeter [[Bubber Miley]] helped define his 'jungle' sound in which the trumpet was made to 'speak' through skilful use of the mute, a style continued by Miley's successor [[Cootie Williams]].

Later, Ellington's band absorbed the influence of the more swinging [[Count Basie]] band, whilst remaining true to his original conception of advanced arrangements. His masterpieces were arguably recorded around the time of [[World War Two]].

Later, Ellington's band absorbed the influence of the more swinging [[Count Basie]] band, whilst remaining true to his original conception of advanced arrangements.  

Many of his masterpieces were recorded around the time of [[World War Two]].

Ellington continued recording up until his death in 1974, still producing innovative music into his old age.

Ellington continued recording up until his death in 1974, still producing innovative music into his seventies.

[[Category:Musicians|Ellington, Duke]]

[[Category:Musicians|Ellington, Duke]]