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Symphony in Black: A Rhapsody of Negro Life

Music • Drama

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Symphony in Black: A Rhapsody of Negro Life
Symphony in Black: A Rhapsody of Negro Life
Unrated
9/12/19359m

Theatrical Release (US)

Overview:

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.

Director:

Fred Waller

Status:

Released

Language:

English

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Key words:

  • jazz

Cast

Duke Ellington

Duke Ellington

~ as ~

Self

Billie Holiday

Billie Holiday

~ as ~

Self - Blues Singer (uncredited)

Earl 'Snake Hips' Tucker

~ as ~

Jilting lover / specialty dancer (uncredited)

Barney Bigard

~ as ~

Self - Clarinet (uncredited)

Joe 'Tricky Sam' Nanton

~ as ~

Self - Trombone (uncredited)

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