Hinton Battle
Performer
The classic songs of legendary jazz composer Duke Ellington come alive on stage in this performance video. Duke Ellington's Sophisticated Ladies documents a performance of the popular Broadway revue, built around more than two dozen great tunes from Ellington's songbook. Hinton Battle, Paula Kelly and Phyllis Hyman headline the cast for this production; songs include "Take The A Train," "Caravan," "Satin Doll," "In a Sentimental Mood," "Mood Indigo," "Don't Get Around Much Anymore," and many more.
Release Date | 1982-11-05 |
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Runtime | 1h 48m |
Directors | Clark Jones, Michael Smuin, Mercer Ellington |
Producers | Bruce Brandwen, Ron Nicodemus, Alison Bassett |
Writers | Donald McKayle, Duke Ellington |