Private Project

The Indigenous Big Band

The Julia Keefe Indigenous Big Band reflects a wide range of Indigenous cultures, from South America to Canada, Northeast to Southwest. Together they represent a long silenced, long-forgotten chapter in history: the participation, contribution, and legacy of Indigenous jazz musicians. A legacy that seasoned composers and arrangers Julia Keefe and co-director Delbert Anderson (Diné) carry forward through original works inspired by songs and rhythms of their Native heritage reimagined through the language and stylings of jazz.

  • Jeff Barehand
    Director
  • Mikaela Garcia
    Editor
  • Project Type:
    Documentary
  • Runtime:
    10 minutes 13 seconds
  • Completion Date:
    December 13, 2022
  • Production Budget:
    7,000 USD
  • Country of Origin:
    United States
  • Country of Filming:
    United States
  • Language:
    English
  • Shooting Format:
    Digital
  • Aspect Ratio:
    16:9
  • Film Color:
    Color
  • First-time Filmmaker:
    No
  • Student Project:
    No
Director Biography - Jeff Barehand

Jeff Barehand (Gila River/Navajo) studied film production and
screenwriting at the Institute of American Indian Arts in Sante Fe, NM, and summarily at the Northwest Film Forum in Seattle. He co-founded the award-winning filmmaker non-profit, the Olympia Film Collective, of which, he is the current Board President. He is an actor currently cast in the Native American pop musical Distant Thunder. He also sits on the board for Washington State Filmworks. Recently, he was awarded an Inspired Native grant from Eighth Generation, the NDN Collective, and the Evergreen Longhouse for his artistry and service to the community.

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