Symphony in Black: A Rhapsody of Negro Life
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Release Date: 1935-09-12
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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.
Official website :https://www.loc.gov/item/92506512
CASTS
Duke Ellington
Self
Billie Holiday
Self - Blues Singer (uncredited)
Symphony in black--a rhapsody of Negro life
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