Tony Schmidt
Tony Schmidt was the very first volunteer of the NAMM Foundation’s Museum of Making Music (located in the NAMM building) to provide 1,000 hours of service. As a kid, he saw Duke Ellington perform in his hometown of Chicago and was hooked, not only on Ellington (for which he was a noted expert), but on all things jazz. Tony played a significant role in the NAMM Resource Center, providing research, camera work, and conducting several interviews himself. His contributions to this program are innumerable.
Interview Date:
February 7, 2002
Date of Birth:
February 6, 1930
Deceased Date:
August 18, 2011
Job Title:
Docent
Company:
The NAMM Foundation’s Museum of Making Music
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