Book #1 · Picture Book · Ages 6–9 · 2011
Duke Ellington's Nutcracker Suite
By Anna Harwell Celenza, Don Tate (Illustrator)
Can a classical ballet become a jazz masterpiece?
32 pages
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Hardcover
Summary: Duke Ellington and Billy Strayhorn face skepticism as they transform the classic 'Nutcracker Suite' into a vibrant jazz sensation. With influences from Vegas, Hollywood, and New York, can they convince their band and the world that a ballet can swing? Discover the journey of creativity and innovation that challenges musical boundaries.









