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Symphony in Black: A Rhapsody of Negro Life
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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.
- Director:
- Fred Waller
- Country:
- United States
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Cast
Duke Ellington
Self
Billie Holiday
Self - Blues Singer (uncredited)
- No photo
Earl 'Snake Hips' Tucker
Jilting lover / specialty dancer (uncredited)
- No photo
Barney Bigard
Self - Clarinet (uncredited)
- No photo
Joe 'Tricky Sam' Nanton
Self - Trombone (uncredited)
