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Mercer Kennedy Ellington [2] (March 11, 1919 – February 8, 1996) was an American musician, composer, and arranger. His father was Duke Ellington, whose band Mercer led for 20 years after his father's death. [3] Biography. Early life and education. Ellington was born in Washington, D.C., United States. [3] .
Feb 10, 1996 · February 10, 1996 at 12:00 a.m. EST. COPENHAGEN -- Mercer Ellington, 76, who led the Duke Ellington Orchestra as arranger, composer and conductor after his father's death, died Feb. 8 at a...
Mercer Ellington, Composer, and Arranger born. *Mercer Ellington was born on this date in 1919. He was a Black musician, composer, and arranger. Mercer Kennedy Ellington was born in Washington, D.C. He was the only child of the composer, pianist, and bandleader Duke Ellington and Edna Thompson.
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Feb 8, 1996 · Explore Mercer Ellington's discography including top tracks, albums, and reviews. Learn all about Mercer Ellington on AllMusic.
Feb 8, 1996 · Mercer Kennedy Ellington (March 11, 1919 – February 8, 1996) was an American musician, composer, and arranger. His father was Duke Ellington, whose band Mercer led for 20 years after his father's death.
Feb 9, 1996 · Mercer Ellington, a trumpet player, arranger, composer and band leader who had led the Duke Ellington Orchestra since his father's death in 1974, died Thursday in Denmark. He was 76. Mr....
Mercer Ellington. Biography. Mercer Ellington was born in Washington, D.C., the only child of Duke and Edna Ellington. He received formal music training and eventually led his own band as a trumpet player.