Share Your Stories
About the documentary
The December Project 2 will explore Vince Guaraldi’s timeless music through intimate interviews and live performances, highlighting his enduring legacy of love and joy that resonates across all audiences.
We’d love to hear your personal stories about how Vince Guaraldi’s music added joy to your holidays. Your experiences are essential for our documentary.
FAQ
How and when do I participate?
It’s as easy as letting us know you want to! Just reach out via the Contact form below.
We’ll be working with participants in and around Christmas 2024, starting in early December and wrapping up in late January 2025.
What does “participate” look like?
In general, it means an in-person interview with a two-person crew at a location of your choosing. We’ll share a few questions in advance to help. We can arrange virtual interviews if in-person doesn’t work.
Alternatively, if you have existing video or audio related to the subject, we’d gladly consider including it in the film.
Is this only open to concert attendees?
Participation is open to all. The documentary is focused on Guaraldi’s music and not the concert per se. While we encourage you to attend any or all performances because they’re magical and wonderful, we welcome participation even if you’re unable to attend one.
Calendar
December 2024 through
January 2025
Open Call for Interviews
Various locations, Seattle, WA
Filmmaker Stuart DeSpain wants to hear your story about how Vince Guaraldi’s music has influenced your holidays. Sign up below if you’re interested in participating in the project.
Multiple Dates,
December 2025
Jose Gonzales Trio plays A Charlie Brown Christmas
“Linus and Juicy” is back! The Jose ‘Juicy’ Gonzales Trio is performing at multiple venues around Puget Sound for the jazziest Christmas party ever. Groove to the fresh sounds of Vince Guaraldi’s holiday classic, A Charlie Brown Christmas, played in its entirety. Now in its twelfth year, Charlie has grooved its way onto the list of the region’s most hip holiday traditions. Dress in your favorite jazz threads and step back into 1965, when the music was fly, and Snoopy was still just a drawing on the comics page.
Cornish Theatre
Seattle Center, Seattle, WA [tickets]
This is a benefit for Strawberry Theatre Workshop, and it’s the one that started it all over 10 years ago. The Trio is playing two shows on the 8th: 1pm matinee, geared for families, and the 6pm main event, a cocktail party, with music starting at 7:00pm. This is where you can get the most marvelous chocolates ever: handmade Meg Maggie Margaret chocolates. Yummmmy! https://www.megmaggie.com/#/
Tim Noah’s Thumbnail Theatre
Snohomish, WA [tickets]
This has become an annual event in Snohomish, just a drive up from Jose’s hometown of Arlington, WA. Run by caring and thoughtful people who would love to have you there.
[NOTE: this show will be filmed for the documentary]
Wednesday 18 December 2024
6:30 PM
SOLD OUT
Firehouse Arts and Events Center
Bellingham,, WA [tickets] SOLD OUT
The Trio’s second year here – it was so popular last year it has already SOLD OUT. Bellingham has always been a special place for the Trio, being so close to Jose’s hometown. The Jazz Center of Bellingham is a great organization that produces jazz events throughout the year in Bellingham.
Merc Playhouse
Twisp, WA [tickets]
Join Methow Arts this holiday season as they bring the Jose “Juicy” Gonzales Trio performing their holiday hit, Vince Guaraldi’s “A Charlie Brown Christmas” live, with Juicy telling stories about the making of the special.”
We invite you to contribute your memories of ‘A Charlie Brown Christmas‘ and its impact on your holidays.
Your stories will help shape a meaningful documentary about the legacy of music and the joy it brings.
Contact
Get in touch with us to share your stories about Vince Guaraldi and ‘A Charlie Brown Christmas’. We look forward to hearing from interview candidates passionate about music and it’s impact on friendships and family ties.
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