In 1948 he returned briefly to the Ellington orchestra for a few months.

The magic of the Ellington orchestra was in the alchemy.

His playing became one of the identifying voices of the Ellington orchestra.

He remained with the Ellington Orchestra until 1934, when lung problems forced him to quit.

Lawrence Brown was one of three notable trombone players in the Ellington orchestra.

This was one of the 'work-horses' of the Ellington orchestra that remained in the band books throughout its life on the road.

Mr. Woodyard played with the Ellington orchestra from 1955 to 1968.

Strayhorn also often sat in on the piano with the Ellington Orchestra, both live and in the studio.

In 1960, he rejoined the Ellington orchestra.

Mr. Hamilton played with a gorgeous, pure tone that helped define the sound of the Ellington orchestra.