Ellington is a writer and arranger, as well as a musician and leader. He does movie sound tracks.

If I were to put on Barbra Streisand and Duke Ellington, one might say the combination isn't good.

I don't think I will ever do any tours again in the United States. I rather think that that's over with.

I find myself more at peace when I live in Europe.

The economic picture in the States today doesn't allow for jazz concerts in a tour fashion. People now are too used to the Festival, which gives them more names for the same price.

You’re probably smarter than you present yourself.

I made it easier for many artists to play in certain areas.