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Satchmo the Great

The story of Louis Armstrong and his band's global journey, as they share the universal language of jazz, bridging cultural divides and spreading joy.

Louis Armstrong and his band embark on a world tour, spreading jazz as American goodwill ambassadors across four continents. The film showcases Armstrong's life through music, featuring a notable scene where Armstrong performs "St. Louis Blues" with the New York Philharmonic Orchestra, moving blind songwriter W.C. Handy to tears.

Info about Satchmo the Great

Studio(s): CBS

Originally Released: United States, Oct 04, 1957

Production Country: United States

Genres:Biography, Documentary, Music