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Symphony in Black: A Rhapsody of Negro Life

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6.6/10 • 16

1935-09-120h 9m

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A rising nineteen-year-old singer by the name of Billie Holiday made her screen debut in this musical landmark, which features Duke Ellington and his orchestra performing his symphonic jazz piece “A Rhapsody of Negro Life” set to scenes of everyday African American life.

Directors
Fred Waller
Writters
Fred Rath, Milton Hockey

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  1. Duke Ellington

    Duke Ellington

    Self

  2. Billie Holiday

    Billie Holiday

    Self - Blues Singer (uncredited)

  3. Earl 'Snake Hips' Tucker

    Earl 'Snake Hips' Tucker

    Jilting lover / specialty dancer (uncredited)

  4. Barney Bigard

    Barney Bigard

    Self - Clarinet (uncredited)

  5. Joe 'Tricky Sam' Nanton

    Joe 'Tricky Sam' Nanton

    Self - Trombone (uncredited)

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Status
Released
Original Language
English
Budget
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Keywords
jazz