Sun Ra: A Joyful Noise

Robert Mugge filmed jazz great Sun Ra on location in Philadelphia, Baltimore, and Washington, D.C. between 1978 and 1980. The resulting 60-minute film includes multiple public and private performances, poetry readings, a band rehearsal, interviews, and extensive improvisations. Transferred to HD from the original 16mm film and lovingly restored for the best possible viewing experience.

• Robert MuggeDirector

• Sun RaHimself
• June TysonHerself
• Danny ThompsonHimself
• Marshall AllenHimself
• John GilmoreHimself
• Eloe OmoeHimself
• James JacsonHimself