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- How did Ellington’s desire to feature bassist Jimmie Blanton affect recording technology?
- During one of Ellington’s more productive periods, he had a unique contract with RCA. How was this contract different from industry practice?
- Discuss the Ellington personnel’s role in his sidemen’s many small ensemble recordings.
- Listen to recordings Ellington made in his “standard” style. How do they retain the Ellington sound?
- Discuss the Duke’s practice of writing parts not for specific sections or instruments, but for specific players.
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