Blood Count
4 Extra Debut. A journalist talks to jazz musicians Duke Ellington and Billy Strayhorn, revealing a complex relationship. Stars Clarke Peters.
A day in the musical life and relationship of Duke Ellington and Billy Strayhorn as they record Strayhorn's final composition, 'Blood Count'.
An interview with Time Magazine reveals some truths about their working methods and the question of artistic credit.
The action takes place during a recording session, and is based on extensive research into the working relationship of the two men.
Written by Ian Smith.
Duke Ellington ..... Clarke Peters
Billy Strayhorn ..... Don Gilet
Elaine Robillard ..... Ashleigh Haddad
Harry Carney ..... Steve Toussaint
Musicians:
Matt Βι¶ΉΤΌΕΔ (drums)
Andrew Cleyndert (bass)
Dave Newton (piano)
Ian Smith (trumpet)
Alan Barnes (reeds)
Director: Martin Smith
A Βι¶ΉΤΌΕΔ Cymru Wales production for Βι¶ΉΤΌΕΔ Radio 4, first broadcast in April 2014.
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Credits
| Role | Contributor |
|---|---|
| Duke Ellington | Clarke Peters |
| Billy Strayhorn | Don Gilet |
| Elaine Robillard | Ashleigh Haddad |
| Harry Carney | Steve Toussaint |
| Writer | Ian Smith |
| Producer | Martin Smith |
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