Eubie Blake Plays His Fantasy On Swanee River (1923 Original Black & White Film)

Experience a piece of musical history with this black-and-white film from 1923, featuring the legendary Eubie Blake at the piano. Watch as Blake performs his "Fantasy on Swanee River" in two distinct styles, marking one of the earliest appearances of a Black artist in a sound film. This rare footage showcases Blake's incredible talent and significant contribution to the world of music and film.

Source :
De Forest, L. (1923) Eubie Blake plays his Fantasy on Swanee River. Blake, E., performer, De Forest Phonofilm Corporationuction Company, prod [United States: De Forest Phonofilm Corporation] [Video] Retrieved from the Library of Congress, https://www.loc.gov/item/2023600418