Symphony in Black: A Rhapsody of Negro 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 “A Rhapsody of Negro Life” set to scenes of everyday African American life.

Cast

Duke Ellington

Self

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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