Symphony in Black: A Rhapsody of Negro Life

Name: Symphony in Black: A Rhapsody of Negro Life
Genre: Drama, Music
Released: 1935-09-12
Duration: 9 min
Cast: Duke Ellington, Billie Holiday, Earl 'Snake Hips' Tucker, Barney Bigard, Joe 'Tricky Sam' Nanton

NR1935•9 min

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Drama Music

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.

Rating:

6.6

Directed by:Fred Waller