150 Years of Detroit Music
Many of us have had the opportunity to come of age during a glorious time of music development. For me, growing up in Detroit in the 60s, I was able to go to the marvelous “Motortown” Review at the Fox Theater where I was able to see in one amazing show the Marvelettes, the Supremes, the Temptations, Stevie Wonder, The Miracles and Marvin Gaye.
Now, you will have the opportunity to learn about and experience the Detroit people and places that made history by making music and in doing so, inspired the world. Jeanette Pierce of the Detroit Experience Factory, Mike Cole of Bank of Ann Arbor, Mike Dergis of Sigrid Solutions and Paul Reiser of TechTown, and Leaders Connect Detroit will present via zoom “150 Years of Detroit Music: A Virtual Tour.”
Amidst tales of Motown’s heyday and the rise of punk rock, whispers of innovation and reinvention linger in the air. For aspiring musicians and seasoned veterans alike, Detroit’s influence is undeniable, serving as both a muse and a proving ground for countless talents.
With each anecdote shared and each chord strummed, the urge to pay homage to this rich heritage grows stronger. Perhaps inspired to explore new sounds or revisit old classics, attendees who are ready to contribute their own chapter to the city’s ever-evolving symphony can get some new guitar gear and embark on their own musical journey, adding another chapter to Detroit’s storied history of innovation and expression.
Here are the details of the program we will present as a virtual tour on March 23.
150 Years of Detroit Music: A Virtual Tour
Brought to you by Leaders Connect Detroit and Detroit Experience Factory
Fully immerse yourself in Detroit’s musical past and present with this virtual tour that will cover everything from big band to Motown and jazz to techno. You will be introduced to the people and places that influenced and inspired artists and entire genres and subgenres of music that are heard and enjoyed across the globe. And if you haven’t listened to all of these genres: consider this a fantastic opportunity to introduce yourself to a new side of Detroit that you may not have known about.
After the 1-hour tour, join in for a live discussion with Motown Museum CEO and niece of Berry Gordy, Robin Terry.
Tuesday, March 23rd
4:00 P.M. – 5:00 P.M. 150 Years of Detroit Music: A Virtual Tour
5:00 P.M. – 6:00 P.M. Conversation and Q & A with Robin Terry, CEO, Motown Museum