Between the 1940s and 1960s, Billy Strayhorn was a major force in creating the sound of the Duke Ellington Orchestra, composing such beloved classics as “Take the ‘A’ Train” and “Lush Life.” He was an openly gay man who remained in the Duke’s shadow, and most people were unfamiliar with Strayhorn’s accomplishments when he died at 51 in 1967. Strayhorn remains under-recognized today. Discover the pioneering composer, arranger, and pianist in this award-winning documentary that features early footage, interviews, and performances by Elvis Costello, Ellington, Hank Jones, Dianne Reeves, and others to summon up the breadth of Strayhorn’s genius.