Symphony in Black: A Rhapsody of Negro Life 89 years old

Symphony in Black: A Rhapsody of Negro Life

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.

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Symphony in Black: A Rhapsody of Negro Life Cast

Name Character
Duke Ellington He was 36, 75 years old when he died
Billie Holiday She was 20, 44 years old when she died

Symphony in Black: A Rhapsody of Negro Life Crew

Name Department
Adolph Zukor as Producer. He was 62 (103) years old when He died Production
William O. Steiner as Cinematography. He was 32 (64) years old when He died Crew
Fred Waller as Director. He was 49 (68) years old when He died Directing
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Symphony in Black: A Rhapsody of Negro Life (89 years)

  • Release day: Thursday, September 12, 1935
  • Runtime: 9 minutes