The Sound of Jazz
Synopsis
The Sound of Jazz is an historic episode from the "Seven Lively Arts" anthology series featuring jazz greats in concert. Hosted by John Crosby, it offers some fascinating performances from Count Basie, Billie Holliday, Thelonious Monk and many more. This 58-minute program is a truly original and unique broadcast from CBS Studio 58 in New York on December 8, 1957.
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Release History & Theatrical Window
December 8, 1957
Wide Cinema Exhibition
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Jack Smight
- Original Title
- The Sound of Jazz
- Country of Origin
- United States of America
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 58m
- Production Studios
- Think Global Studio
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Jack Smight
Department Leadership Roster
Jack Smight
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What is The Sound of Jazz about?
The Sound of Jazz is an historic episode from the "Seven Lively Arts" anthology series featuring jazz greats in concert. Hosted by John Crosby, it offers some fascinating performances from Count Basie, Billie Holliday, Thelonious Monk and many more. This 58-minute program is a truly original and unique broadcast from CBS Studio 58 in New York on December 8, 1957.
Who directed The Sound of Jazz?
The Sound of Jazz was directed by Jack Smight.
Who stars in The Sound of Jazz?
The principal cast of The Sound of Jazz includes Coleman Hawkins, Danny Barker, Jimmy Rushing, Jo Jones, John Crosby.
When was The Sound of Jazz released and how long is it?
The Sound of Jazz was released in 1957 with a total runtime of 58m.