Duke Ellington's symphonic jazz piece, "A Rhapsody of Negro Life", features his orchestra performing four distinct movements: "The Laborers", a dance-filled segment exploring jealousy and blues, "A Hymn of Sorrow", and "Harlem Rhythm".
Symphony in Black: A Rhapsody of Negro Life
Duke Ellington's "A Rhapsody of Negro Life" is a majestic symphonic jazz piece that vividly captures everyday experiences through four poignant movements, exploring labor, love, sorrow, and other universal human emotions.