Symphony in Black: A Rhapsody of Negro Life
Original title: 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.
Symphony in Black: A Rhapsody of Negro Life cast
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Duke Ellington
Character:
Self
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Billie Holiday
Character:
Self - Blues Singer (uncredited)
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Earl 'Snake Hips' Tucker
Character:
Jilting lover / specialty dancer (uncredited)
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Barney Bigard
Character:
Self - Clarinet (uncredited)
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Joe 'Tricky Sam' Nanton
Character:
Self - Trombone (uncredited)
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