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The Last of the First

Documentary
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2004-05-02
1h 28m
English
Released
Kenja Media Productions

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The Harlem Blues & Jazz Band during its sunset years: 87-year-old Al Casey, who had worked closely with Fats Waller throughout the 1930s; guitarist Lawrence Lucie, 95 years young, from the bands of Louis Armstrong, Benny Carter and Duke Ellington; saxophonist Bubba Brooks, 79, who was with Bill Doggett; Edwin Swanston, 80, pianist with Louis Armstrong's Orchestra; 91-year-old drummer Johnny Blowers, ex-Bunny Berigan, Billie Holiday and Frank Sinatra; Ivan Rolle, 85, bassist with Jonah Jones; and 88-year-old Laurel Watson, one-time vocalist with Duke Ellington and Count Basie. Baron's cameras record the musicians through their tours and concerts, capturing their joy in performing together. A celebration of the jazz spirit.

#jazz#harlem, new york city#black history#harlem renaissance#swing music

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About The Last of the First

The Harlem Blues & Jazz Band during its sunset years: 87-year-old Al Casey, who had worked closely with Fats Waller throughout the 1930s; guitarist Lawrence Lucie, 95 years young, from the bands of Louis Armstrong, Benny Carter and Duke Ellington; saxophonist Bubba Brooks, 79, who was with Bill Doggett; Edwin Swanston, 80, pianist with Louis Armstrong's Orchestra; 91-year-old drummer Johnny Blowers, ex-Bunny Berigan, Billie Holiday and Frank Sinatra; Ivan Rolle, 85, bassist with Jonah Jones; and 88-year-old Laurel Watson, one-time vocalist with Duke Ellington and Count Basie. Baron's cameras record the musicians through their tours and concerts, capturing their joy in performing together. A celebration of the jazz spirit. Running 88 minutes.

The Last of the First Cast and Characters

The cast features Albert Vollmer (as himself), Joey Morant (as himself), Bobby Pring (as himself), Bubba Brooks (as himself), and Edwin Swanston (as himself). Their performances are a major reason The Last of the First has built such a passionate audience.

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The Last of the First runs for 88 minutes (about 1.5 hour).

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Who is in the cast of The Last of the First?

The main cast includes Albert Vollmer, Joey Morant, Bobby Pring, and Bubba Brooks, plus a strong supporting ensemble.

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What is The Last of the First about?

The Last of the First is a Documentary English-language film. The Harlem Blues & Jazz Band during its sunset years: 87-year-old Al Casey, who had worked closely with Fats Waller throughout the 1930s; guitarist Lawrence Lucie, 95 years young, from the bands of Louis Armstrong, Benny Carter and Duke Ellington; saxophonist Bubba Brooks, 79, who was with Bill Doggett; Edwin Swanston, 80, pianist with Louis Armstrong's Orchestra; 91-year-old drummer Johnny Blowers, ex-Bunny Berigan, Billie Holiday and Frank Sinatra; Ivan Rolle, 85, bassist with Jonah Jones; and 88-year-old Laurel Watson, one-time vocalist with Duke Ellington and Count Basie. Baron's cameras record the musicians through their tours and concerts, capturing their joy in performing together. A celebration of the jazz spirit.

When was The Last of the First released?

The Last of the First was released on May 2, 2004. It has a runtime of 1h 28m. The film was produced by Kenja Media Productions.

Who stars in The Last of the First?

The Last of the First stars Albert Vollmer, Joey Morant, Bobby Pring and Bubba Brooks. The full cast list is available in the Cast section above.

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