Artie Shaw's Class in Swing

Directed by Leslie M. Roush
Starring Artie Shaw, Helen Forrest
Run Time 10 min

A short film about one of the most popular swing orchestras of the 1930’s. After a brief introduction of Shaw's theme song, Nightmare," the band plays "Free Wheeling" as it is assembled. Helen Forrest sings "I Have Eyes" and the band jams with "Shoot the Likker to Me, John Boy.""

Name Role
Artie Shaw Cast Member and His Orchestra
Helen Forrest Cast Member
Leslie M. Roush Director
Country United States of America
Original Language English
Run time 10 min
Year Completed 1939