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Some noteworthy objects in the exhibition include a double-neck guitar played by Duane Eddy on Dick Clark’s “American Bandstand” in 1960 an exact replica of a stage suit Alice Cooper wore in the late 1970s, which he wore during the filming of “Dark Shadows,” a movie slated to be released in 2012 instruments played by the Gin Blossoms, including a guitar used by the group’s original songwriter, Doug Hopkins, on some of the band’s biggest hits and the gold dress worn by singer Jordin Sparks during the “American Idol” finale. “Country fans will enjoy our tributes to Buck Owens and Waylon Jennings, while jazz enthusiasts are sure to love the exhibit centered on Russell ‘Big Chief’ Moore, a member of the Gila River Indian Community who played trombone with Louis Armstrong.” “The traditions and personalities represented in our centennial exhibition highlight Arizona’s importance in the history of American music,” said MIM curator Cullen Strawn. The exhibition consists of more than 30 exhibits, each one including artifacts, photographs, and audiovisual content designed to bring the subjects to life.

Beginning with the original statehood celebration in 1912, MIM’s exhibition tells the story of numerous musicians, musical instrument makers, recording studios, performing arts organizations, and musical traditions significant to Arizona’s past, present, and future.

“I Am AZ Music: MIM Celebrates 100 Years of Arizona Music” examines Arizona’s history through a musical lens. Through a special exhibition, public programs, teacher curriculum, and video stories, MIM documents how music making continues to be an integral part of Arizona’s cultural fabric. On February 18, the Musical Instrument Museum (MIM) added its voice to the statewide centennial celebration by showcasing Arizona’s musical contributions to the world. MIM Celebrates Arizona’s Centennial with “I Am AZ Music” ExhibitionĮxhibition Explores the State’s History by Focusing on Influential Artists, Organizations, and Genres I Am AZ Music: MIM Celebrates 100 Years of Arizona Music

'I am AZ Music: MIM Celebrates 100 years of Arizona Music.'

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