Vince Giordano: There's a Future in the Past (2017)

Dive headfirst into the dynamic world of Vince Giordano in "Vince Giordano: There's a Future in the Past," a feature-length documentary that pulses with the rhythm of the Jazz Age. This immersive narrative explores the life and passion of Vince Giordano, an extraordinary musician, scholar, and bandleader, who, with his 11-member band, The Nighthawks, has meticulously preserved the vibrant sounds of the 1920s and '30s for over four decades. This film not only explores the exhilarating Hot Jazz and Swing that underscored Prohibition-era mischief and uplifted Depression-stricken America but also unveils the vitality it takes to endure as a professional jazz musician in the hustle and bustle of 21st Century New York. Giordano's unwavering dedication, accompanied by a small but devoted group of enthusiasts, has sustained this cultural phenomenon through challenging times, breathing new life into this jubilant, high-energy music for a fresh generation of Hot Jazz aficionados and virtuosos. With a band pulsating with talent, an impressive arsenal of vintage musical instruments, and a staggering collection of over 60,000 original arrangements, Vince Giordano has transformed his love for the Jazz Age into a melodic time machine. "Vince Giordano: There's a Future in the Past" showcases a man who not only keeps the past alive but also infuses it with a vibrant present, promising a melodious future.

Vince Giordano: There's a Future in the Past is a documentary movie directed by Amber Edwards.

Vince Giordano: There's a Future in the Past is currently streaming for free (ad-supported) on Kanopy.

It is also possible to buy Vince Giordano: There's a Future in the Past on Amazon Video and Apple TV.