The Chessmate Cafe, at the corner of Livernois and 6, had a history of late night concerts, cutting-edge acts, and legendary troubadours.
Redefining Music Culture: Patreon Video
Michigan Sound Conference: Promotional and Recap Videos
Lucas Liska & Jason Didia: “Closer Walk With Thee” Performance
Blue Monday: Promotional Video
Graystone Museum Presents: Daddy Plays “Old Time” New Orleans Jazz Documentary
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Wendell Harrison: Community Jazz History Interview
Detroit Sound Conservancy · Wendell Harrison: Community Jazz History Interview Video opens with series introduction… Then: Harrison plays the clarinet in his home for the camera. The tune is Duke Ellington’s “In a Sentimental Mood.” Interview begins around 3:56. Harrison: Rebirth is a nonprofit arts agency that promotes artists in the Michigan area, […]
Roy Brooks: Community Jazz History Interview
Roy Brooks, drumist and composer, discusses his relationship to Detroit music and innovative career in this Community Jazz History Series video interview.
Kenn Cox: Community Jazz History Interview
Kenn Cox, pianist, composer, and activist, discusses his relationship to Detroit music and his career in this Community Jazz History Series video interview.