Silent Film Accompaniment Workshop

Schedule

Mon Sep 29 2025 at 06:30 pm to 08:00 pm

UTC-04:00

Location

6424 Michigan Ave, Detroit, MI, United States, Michigan 48210 | Detroit, MI

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Join accomplished organist and silent film accompanist John Lauter for an immersive experience that explores the origins and evolution of the art of silent film accompaniment.
The workshop will begin with a demonstration on the Senate Theater’s Mighty Wurlitzer with a collection of silent short clips demonstrating different emotions and scenarios. Then John will explain different traditions including improvisational methods and cue sheets, then break down different elements that were demonstrated. The workshop will conclude with an up-close explanation of how the Senate Theater’s Wurlitzer operates to create the music and a discussion amongst participants.
This event is free. However, if you would like to make a donation, we thank you for your support! The Senate Theater is owned and operated by the Detroit Theater Organ Society, an all-volunteer non-profit organization. All donations from this event will go towards maintaining and preserving the Senate and its Mighty Wurlitzer theater organ.

The Senate Theater and The Detroit Theater Organ Society is supported by The Michigan Arts and Culture Council and The National Endowment for the Arts.


Parking is available in our gated lot, on Gilbert, and Michigan Avenue
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