Black Music in America: From Then Till Now

Black Music in America: From Then Till Now

SKU: 32629

$39.95

20 Minutes - Color

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Black Music in America: From Then Till Now traces black musicians and their contribution to American music and history through the performances of Louis Armstrong, Mahalia Jackson, Duke Ellington, Count Basie, Nina Simone, and the great Bessie Smith (seen in the only filmed account existing of this performer). “The performances, like the music, are expressive, emotional, and proud. An excellent chronicle of an intrinsic American art form.”—Landers. Produced by EUE/Screen Gems. An LCA release.
American Film Festival

28 Minutes | Color

Black Music in America: From Then Till Now traces black musicians and their contribution to American music and history through the performances of Louis Armstrong, Mahalia Jackson, Duke Ellington, Count Basie, Nina Simone, and the great Bessie Smith (seen in the only filmed account existing of this performer). “The performances, like the music, are expressive, emotional, and proud. An excellent chronicle of an intrinsic American art form.”—Landers. Produced by EUE/Screen Gems. An LCA release.
American Film Festival

28 Minutes | Color