One Song, Many Faces: In a sentimental mood
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"In a Sentimental Mood," crafted by Duke Ellington in 1935, is a jazz masterpiece that captures the tender ebb and flow of human emotion. Born, as Ellington recounted, at a party in Durham, North Carolina, to soothe a friend’s romantic quarrel, this evocative composition has transcended its origins to become a cherished standard. With lyrics later added by Manny Kurtz and Irving Mills, its soulful melody has inspired a myriad of artists—from John Coltrane’s introspective saxophone to Ella Fitzgerald’s velvety vocals—each reinterpreting its melancholic charm in their own distinct voice.
