9m
1935

Symphony in Black: A Rhapsody of Negro Life

Fred Waller
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 “A Rhapsody of Negro Life” set to scenes of everyday African American life.

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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)

GenreMusic, Drama
Original TitleSymphony in Black: A Rhapsody of Negro Life
LanguagesEnglish
Production CompaniesParamount Pictures
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