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Harry Belafonte discusses jazz and folk music ; part 2

BROADCAST: Jan. 6, 1955 | DURATION: 00:29:37

Synopsis

The conversation continues with Belafonte talking about his album, "Belafonte Sings of the Caribbean". The songs, explained Belafonte, were both reflections of his childhood and things he was exposed to as an adult. Belafonte believed both Louis Armstrong and Jack Teagarden played important roles in jazz music.

Details

Broadcast Date
Jan. 6, 1955

Physical Format
2 sound tape reels (120 min.) : 10 1/2 in.

Duration
29 minutes, 37 seconds

Digital Format
WAV

Ownership
The Chicago History Museum

Language
English

Topics

Music - Jazz Music - Folk Music African American History & Culture Music

People

Musicians

Tags

Belafonte, Harry, 1927- The Negro contribution to American folk music. African American singers. Folk music African Americans Audiotapes. Radio programs. Belafonte, Harry, 1927-,-- interviewee WFMT (Radio station : Chicago, Ill.) Jazz musicians Jazz music Folk musicians African American culture

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