Photographs by Jati Lindsay.
Guided by Duke Ellington’s great canon, Kennedy Center Artistic Director for Jazz Jason Moran takes a solo piano climb up “Mount Ellington” in this extraordinary celebration of the composer’s enduring legacy. Experience the timeless genius of Ellington’s music, brilliantly reimagined by Moran and paired with iconic images of The Duke by legendary photographer Gordon Parks.
Parks, whose documentation of the lived experiences of African Americans—especially during the civil rights movement—inspired empathy, encouraged cultural and political criticism, and sparked activism and inspiration among those who viewed his work. Don’t miss this one-night-only collaboration between three of America’s most prolific artists.
