Masters of American Music (2011)

Genres - Historical Film  |   Sub-Genres - Instrumental Music, Music History, Vocal Music  |   Run Time - 60 min.  |   Countries - United States  |  
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Synopsis by Beth Deki

This video documents the evolution of jazz. It began in 19th century New Orleans, where the slaves first introduced the rhythms of African music. Story of Jazz follows the developement of jazz music from the blending together of African rhythms, European and American folk, and classical styles. Included are performances by: Duke Ellington, Ella Fitzgerald, Charlie Parker, Willie "the Lion" Smith, Dizzy Gillespie, Jimmie Lunceford, Louis Armstrong, Charles Mingus, Count Bassie, Billie Holiday, Miles Davis, Thelonious Monk, John Coltrane, Gil Evans, and Sara Vaughan. Rare film clips, vintage footage, and photo's complete this indepth look at Jazz.

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jazz, concert-footage, African-American, folk-music, slavery