What does the cryptic crossword clue "Duke Ellington's mood? (6)" mean?

The definition is "Duke Ellington's mood?". The wordplay uses a charade (building blocks). INDIGO (synonym of "Duke Ellington's mood?") The answer is INDIGO.

Duke Ellington's mood? (6)

Guardian Cryptic #25257 | 24 Across | 2011-02-28 flower

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