This 1940 gem from Duke Ellington was based on rhythm changes from George Gershwin’s “I’ve Got Rhythm” and is notable for the tenor saxophone solo by Ben Webster. Learn more about this musical masterpiece here. Kimberly Kennedy CharlesI ask questions of your some of your favorite artists. Cotton Tail Duke Ellington George Gershwin RELATED POSTS Legends: GFMJazzArtist of the MonthSong of the Day April 14, 2015#JAM (Jazz Appreciation Month) Duke Ellington: Satin Doll Song of the DayArtist of the Month April 23, 2015#JAM(Jazz Appreciation Month): Duke Ellington – “Solitude” Song of the DayArtist of the Month April 20, 2015#JAM(Jazz Appreciation Month): Duke Ellington – “Black Beauty” Song of the DayGrown Folks MusicArtist of the MonthJazz April 16, 2015#JAM (Jazz Appreciation Month) – Duke Ellington “Take The ‘A’ Train” AOM-archive April 2, 2012Duke Ellington: Artist of the Month April 2012 Song of the DayArtist of the Month April 18, 2012Song of the Day: Duke Ellington “Mood Indigo” PrevNext