Harlem Roots: Vol. 1: The Big Bands Trailer (1988)

01 January 1988

Originally produced for special jukebox machines called Panorams, "soundies" were short musical programs made in the 1940s. This collection features performance footage showcasing four of the greatest big band leaders of all time. Highlights include Duke Ellington's "I Got It Bad and That Ain't Good," Cab Calloway's "Minnie the Moocher," Count Basie's "Take Me Back Baby" and Lucky Millinder's "Hello Bill."

Watch the official Harlem Roots: Vol. 1: The Big Bands 1988 trailer in HD below or find more Harlem Roots: Vol. 1: The Big Bands videos on Vidimovie.