Jazz on a Summer's Day (1960)

Name: Jazz on a Summer's Day
Genre: Documentary, Music
Released: 1960
Duration: 82 min
Rating: 7.2
Cast: Louis Armstrong, Mahalia Jackson, Gerry Mulligan, Dinah Washington, Chico Hamilton

1h 22m United States of America

Documentary Music

Plot

Capturing the vibrant essence of the 1958 Newport Jazz Festival, this documentary weaves together stunning visuals of the town and its waterways with captivating performances and an enthusiastic audience. Transitioning seamlessly from day to night, it showcases a diverse range of musical styles, from spontaneous jazz improvisations to soulful Gospel. The film encapsulates the spirit of relaxation and joy, presenting jazz as an art form deeply rooted in a specific moment and setting, inviting viewers to immerse themselves in the rhythm of summer.

Cast

Louis Armstrong Mahalia Jackson Gerry Mulligan Dinah Washington Chico Hamilton Anita O'Day George Shearing Jimmy Giuffre Chuck Berry Jack Teagarden Thelonious Monk Big Maybelle Sonny Stitt Eli's Chosen Six David Bailie