Its chord progression is well known for its unusual use of chords and opening with a ii-V-I turnaround. Written in 1953, the song has been recorded countless times, by such artists as Ella Fitzgerald, Frank Sinatra, 101 Strings, Terry Callier, and Nancy Wilson. 'Satin Doll' is a jazz standard written by Duke Ellington and Billy Strayhorn with lyrics by Johnny Mercer.
An arrangement of Satin Doll by Duke Ellington & Billy Strayhorn for Brass Quintet.