2021: “IRMA: My Life in Music”

Michael Murphy Productions’ feature length documentary film, Irma: My Life In Music premiered on Oct 4 on WYES, New Orleans PBS station. The 90 minute documentary tells the inspirational story of Irma Thomas, one of New Orleans iconic artists. The film is a co-production of Michael Murphy Productions, WYES/PBS New Orleans, and The New Orleans Jazz & Heritage Foundation. The film is being offered nationally to PBS stations across the country.

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2019: “UP FROM THE STREETS: New Orleans: The City Of Music

“Up From The Streets®”:  a film about the culture of New Orleans thru the lens of music. From the drumming at Congo Square, to the explosion of musical styles that can still be heard on the streets of the city, the power of music to change lives is evident. The music here has always been a vital source of inspiration. Our music unites us, providing a deep spiritual connection to the city’s rich multi-cultural foundation that began 300 years ago. In many ways, the story of New Orleans is the story of America – a country founded by people searching for freedom; and escaping social injustice and cultural biases. The music of New Orleans became not only a celebration of life but also, at times, an expression of a want, need, and desire for freedom.

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2019 – JAZZ FEST: THE NEW ORLEANS JAZZ & HERITAGE FESTIVAL

Smithsonian Folkways Records  partnered with The New Orleans Jazz and Heritage Foundation and Michael Murphy Productions to celebrate the 50th Anniversary of the Jazz & Heritage Festival with a five-CD collection of over five hours of music housed in a 136-page reference book. In all, it’s a glorious collection of music, an informative reference work, and a fitting tribute to the people and performers who have made the Jazz Fest a beloved institution.