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Director:	Harrison Engle
Starring:	Ella Fitzgerald , Lena Horne , Clark Terry , Dizzy Gillespie
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Synopsis:	Narrated by Burt Lancaster, Benny Carter: Symphony in Riffs provides a comprehensive ov... full plot synopsis...
Released:	1989
Run Time:	58 min.
Genre:	Music
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Narrated by Burt Lancaster, Benny Carter: Symphony in Riffs provides a comprehensive overview of the life and career of jazz saxophonist Benny Carter. Widely known as one of the originators of the big band sound, Carter's influence can still be heard in modern jazz and big band performances. ~ Tracie Cooper, All Movie Guide

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Ella Fitzgerald

Clark Terry

Harrison Engle

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Lucille Ostrow

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