About the Movie
TRADITION IS A TEMPLE: The Modern Masters of New Orleans, vol. I
a motion picture of New Orleans music
TRADITION IS A TEMPLE explores New Orleans’ unique musical culture and the fragility of tradition in the modern world. Intimate discussions with contemporary New Orleans musicians highlight their history, upbringing and how tradition has shaped their identity and continues to inspire young musicians today.
Get ready to clap your hands.
Produced by Darren Hoffman, Patrick Stafford & Kristen McEntyre
Written by Darren Hoffman & Chuck Perkins
Crew:
Director / Editor – Darren Hoffman
Cinematography – James Laxton
Audio Recording – Steve Reynolds
Motion Graphics – Ryland Jones
Associate Producer – Demetrius Wren
Additional Editing – Benedict Kasulis, Ryland Jones, Andrew Hevia
Additional Photography – Richard Thompson, Jason Prowell, Shane Sauer
Story Editors – Andrew Thomas, Alta Joy Broughton
Media & Marketing Interns – Krystle Sims, Shelley Freed
Presented by Tutti Dynamics Motion Picture
Generous support provided by
The University of New Orleans College of Liberal Arts, Department of Music – The New Orleans Jazz and Heritage Foundation – The Hogan Jazz Archives at Tulane University – The Historic New Orleans Collection, Williams Research Center – LA Artworks – AMMO Arts – The Allan Houston Legacy Foundation – The Idea Village – Jazz on the Tube
Copyright 2008-2011 – The Modern Masters of New Orleans, LLC
