Symphony in Black: A Rhapsody of Negro Life
Symphony in Black: A Rhapsody of Negro Life1935
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Symphony in Black: A Rhapsody of Negro Life
9m·Music, Drama
Directed by Fred Waller·1935
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6.8/10 avgAverage user ratingA 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.
| Actor | Role |
|---|---|
 Duke EllingtonSelf | Self |
 Billie HolidaySelf - Blues Singer (uncredited) | Self - Blues Singer (uncredited) |
| EEarl 'Snake Hips' TuckerJilting lover / specialty dancer (uncredited) | Jilting lover / specialty dancer (uncredited) |
| BBarney BigardSelf - Clarinet (uncredited) | Self - Clarinet (uncredited) |
| JJoe 'Tricky Sam' NantonSelf - Trombone (uncredited) | Self - Trombone (uncredited) |