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Jazz: The story, sound and soul of a nation come together as acclaimed film maker, Ken Burns celebrates the American art form's soaring achievements - from its origins in blues and ragtime to swin, bebop and fusion.

Six years in the making, this 'soundbreaking' series combines the sublime sounds of Jazz with vintage film clips and stills as well as interviews with musicians, critics and historians.

With over 11 hours of content, this magnificent series spotlights many of America's most original, creative - and tragic - artists, including Louis Armstron, Jelly Roll Morton, Duke Ellington, Benny Goodman, Billie Holiday, Charlie Parker, Miles Davis, Chuck Webb and Wynton Marsalis.

Director:

Ken Burns [20],

Starring:

Keith David [36],

Screen Formats:

Full Frame 1.33:1

Language and Sound:

English Dolby Digital Stereo

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