Symphony in Black: A Rhapsody of Negro Life

Symphony in Black: A Rhapsody of Negro Life

1935 0h 9mDir. Fred Waller
6.6/ 10
MusicDrama

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.

Cast & Crew

Duke Ellington

Duke Ellington

Self

Billie Holiday

Billie Holiday

Self - Blues Singer (uncredited)

E

Earl 'Snake Hips' Tucker

Jilting lover / specialty dancer (uncredited)

B

Barney Bigard

Self - Clarinet (uncredited)

J

Joe 'Tricky Sam' Nanton

Self - Trombone (uncredited)

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