Symphony in Black: A Rhapsody of Negro Life
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.
Description: 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.
Genres: Music, Drama
Homepage: https://www.loc.gov/item/92506512
Budget: $0 | Revenue : $0
Runtime: 9 minutes
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Played Self
Billie Holiday
Played Self - Blues Singer (uncredited)
Earl 'Snake Hips' Tucker
Played Jilting lover / specialty dancer (uncredited)
Barney Bigard
Played Self - Clarinet (uncredited)
Joe 'Tricky Sam' Nanton
Played Self - Trombone (uncredited)
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