6.8Symphony in Black: A Rhapsody of Negro Life · 1935
Symphony in Black: A Rhapsody of Negro Life (1935) is a Music / Drama film directed by Fred Waller, starring Duke Ellington, Billie Holiday, Earl 'Snake Hips' Tucker.
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6.8Overview
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
Duke Ellington, Billie Holiday, Earl 'Snake Hips' Tucker, Barney Bigard, Joe 'Tricky Sam' Nanton
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What is "Symphony in Black: A Rhapsody of Negro Life" about?
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.
When was "Symphony in Black: A Rhapsody of Negro Life" released?
Symphony in Black: A Rhapsody of Negro Life was released in 1935.
Who stars in "Symphony in Black: A Rhapsody of Negro Life"?
The cast includes Duke Ellington, Billie Holiday, Earl 'Snake Hips' Tucker, Barney Bigard.
