Kessler and Brady in Film

Kansas City Jazz & Blues
Past, Present & Future

A Documentary Film
by
Sue Vicory

ARC member Stan Kessler and ARC honorary Leon Brady are featured in the documentary film, “Kansas City Jazz & Blues: Past, Present & Future, which premieres May 6 at the Gem Theater.

Kessler and Brady in Film

The cast reads like a jazz and blues roll of honor: Kevin Mahogony, Karrin Allyson, Bobby Watson, Marilyn Maye, Joe Cartwright, the McFadden Brothers, David Basse, Tim Whitmer—and the list goes on. These are the greats, the giants representing a musical heritage that spans a century and promises to bring joy to music lovers for many years to come. These men and women are at the heart of Kansas City Jazz & Blues: Past, Present & Future.

Kansas City Jazz & Blues Past, Present & Future | A Documentary Film by Sue Vicory

Kansas City Jazz & Blues: Past, Present & Future is about the music. But even more, it’s about the people who make it. Their dedication to their art, their love for the sheer experience of making their special kind of music, their willingness—even their need—to share it and pass it on to a new generation—all of this is palpable. It shows in their passion, their pride and their performance.

To watch Kansas City Jazz & Blues: Past, Present & Future is to discover a special place in the musical landscape. It is an uncovering of a fascinating history, a visit to a vibrant and creative present and a glimpse of a future full of promise. Much more than a story about a local phenomenon, Kansas City Jazz & Blues: Past, Present & Future is an epic tale of the people whose uniquely American music has conquered the world.

Director Sue Vicory (right) interviews Lonnie McFadden about Kansas City's rich jazz and blues heritage from a current perspective.

HEARTLAND FILMS, INC.

Filmmaker Sue Vicory will introduce her film. Sue founded the non-profit film production company Heartland Films, Inc. in 2003 for the purpose of making films with lasting social value. She is a graduate of the New York Film Academy and is a certified Avid editor. Sue has won national attention with her film, Homelessness and the Power of One. The film has raised hundreds of thousands of dollars for shelters. Sue`s compassion is evident in her work. The power of one is contagious among all those that become involved.

Premiere and Fund Raiser:  Kansas City Jazz & Blues; Past, Present & Future Film Premiere May 6, 2010 6-9pm VIP reception 5-6pm The Gem theater – 18th & Vine Call 816-474-6262 for tickets Make a quick and easy $10 donation: Text JAZZ to 85944 then reply YES to confirm Your one-time donation will be added to your mobile phone bill. Messaging & Data Rates May Apply

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