Symphony in Black: A Rhapsody of Negro Life(1935)

66

9m

  • Music,
  • Drama

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

  • Duke Ellington

    Duke Ellington

    Self

  • Billie Holiday

    Billie Holiday

    Self - Blues Singer (uncredited)

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Status

Released (Sep 12, 1935)

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