About this movie
Joined by the likes of saxophonist Ben Webster and trumpeter Cootie Williams, jazz giant Duke Ellington demonstrates in this collection of performance clips (spanning the years 1929-43) precisely why he's one of the seminal figures in American music. Ellington's musical evolution can be seen in excerpts from feature-length and short films that include Black and Tan, Check and Double Check, Symphony in Black and The Hit Parade of 1937.
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Duke Ellington & His Orchestra 1929-1943
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Year
2000
Runtime
1h 48m
Genre
Music
Language
EN
Cast
big band
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How long is Duke Ellington & His Orchestra 1929-1943?
Duke Ellington & His Orchestra 1929-1943 has a runtime of 1h 48m (1 hour and 48 minutes).
What genre is Duke Ellington & His Orchestra 1929-1943?
Duke Ellington & His Orchestra 1929-1943 is a Music film (2000).
Who stars in Duke Ellington & His Orchestra 1929-1943?
The cast of Duke Ellington & His Orchestra 1929-1943 includes Duke Ellington, Cootie Williams.
