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 ā€œA Rhapsody of Negro Lifeā€ set to scenes of everyday African American life..

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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 ā€œA Rhapsody of Negro Lifeā€ set to scenes of everyday African American life.

Cast

Duke Ellington
Duke Ellington
Self
Billie Holiday
Billie Holiday
Self - Blues Singer (uncredited)
Earl 'Snake Hips' Tucker
Earl 'Snake Hips' Tucker
Jilting lover / specialty dancer (uncredited)
Barney Bigard
Barney Bigard
Self - Clarinet (uncredited)
Joe 'Tricky Sam' Nanton
Joe 'Tricky Sam' Nanton
Self - Trombone (uncredited)

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Trailer

Symphony in black--a rhapsody of Negro life

Genres

MusicDrama