JSSM Presents: Jimmy Church and Frank Howard

From Historic Jefferson Street to Night Train

Saturday, December 14, 2024, 4:00pm - 6:00pm

Jimmy Church and Frank Howard are native Nashvillians. Full of stories, they will discuss their journey as music professionals. They performed on the acclaimed variety TV show Night Train with host Noble Blackwell. Their musical careers and friendship spans over sixty years!

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Highlights from our 2nd Annual Lorenzo Washington Day Gala

LETTER OF APPRECIATION

From Lady Corder Chapman

I commend you and your staff for a well put-together Gala on last evening – Wednesday – April 3, 2024.

The food was delicious and well-prepared, the music was delightful, the program was varied enough to keep everyone’s interest, everyone was dressed so beautifully and appropriately, the meeting of each of the honorees in the International Room was a great idea, the attendants (persons being helpful), was outstanding and they were very courteous helping people find their table, according to the number on the table.

I especially appreciated the time, energy and effort that was obviously put into development of the program – the video presentations – the awards with the appropriate name fixed there to – the photographers who seemingly got everything that was going on and of course, Mr. Lorenzo Washington, wearing his top hat was simply a pure delight.

Me and my brother talked about the entire affair and we both agreed that you and your staff and Mr. Lorenzo Washington were very down to earth – really interested in each of your guests as you walked around talking, taking pictures and just communicating with everyone your pleasure in all of us being present.

Also, we were thankful that the organization was giving accolades, thanks and appreciation to some of us in the community who have never been remembered in such a way…certainly it did my heart good to know that my efforts in the community over the last 35 years….were noticed, appreciated and I was given the JEFFERSON STREET STAR AWARD… Thanks.

Thanks for the honor you bestowed on me and the other recipients that were remembered.

I need to definitely become more involved with the Museum; I plan on touring it very soon to become more aware of the historical values I will find there, which will enable me to appreciate even more.

I pray God will continue blessing you and your efforts as you move on with this very worthwhile endeavor of showing appreciation to some of us who have never had this type of honor bestowed on us.

God bless,

Lady Corder Chapman

2024 Gala Honorees

Recipient of first Jefferson Street Sound Museum Broadcasting Trailblazer Award

Recipient of the Living Legends Award

Recipient of the Historic Jefferson Street Star Award

Recipient of the Living Legends Award

Recipient of the Jefferson Street Sound Museum Gospel Trailblazer Award

Dr. Bobby Jones

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Previous Events

Listen to words of wisdom from Dr. Bobby Jones

Lorenzo Washington, Mike Turney, and Karen Coffee speak at Belmont University Class: Keeping the Blues Alive, the business of the Blues

Open Mic: Melody & Harmony

Children ages 4-12 and some adults participated in the JSSM Color + Cool Aid + Cool Kids = FUN coloring contest. See the participants having fun!

JSSM Color + Cool Aid + Cool Kids = FUN

On January 20th, 2024, the National Museum of African American Music unveiled their new lobby exhibit, "Living Legends: Lorenzo Washington.” This exhibit celebrates the remarkable contributions of Lorenzo Washington, the founder and curator of the Jefferson Street Sound Museum. 

Living Legends: Lorenzo Washington

Lorenzo Washington recently attended a baseball game with our local baseball club the Nashville Sound. At the game Lorenzo Washington shared information about Historic Jefferson Street to all of those in attendance.

Nashville Sound

EXIT 207 The Soul Of Nashville premiere was a beautiful documentary written, produced and directed by very talented Belmont University students guided by their professor Jennifer Duck. The documentary reflected on the North Nashville Historic Jefferson Street Community and heritage. The documentary allowed us to reflect on owning our history, self reliance, financial prosperity, educational enlightenment, a cultural oasis, spiritual awareness, vibrant footprints, a musically talented and influential community. Hats Off to Lorenzo Washington, Dr. Learotha Williams, Carlos Partee, Charlane Oliver, LaDonna Boyd, and Rev. Bernard Lafayette.

Exit 207: The Soul of Nashville Premiere

Lorenzo Washington  and Tom Adkinson sign their books "Rising Above the Lorenzo Washington Story" and "100 Things To Do In  Nashville Before You Die."

Joint Book Signing

On April 3, 2023 we as a community were able to get together and celebrate Mr. Lorenzo Washington on his day celebrating his achievements in Jefferson Street community. Alongside the celebration of Mr. Washington we hosted and honored 5 living legends, Fisk Jubilee Singers, and the Tennessee State University Aristocrat of Band for their hard work and dedication in the music industry. The Lorenzo Washington Day Gala was a massive success and we appreciate your attendance. We can not wait to see you all at the Jefferson Street Sound Museum this month.

JSSM’s 1st Annual Lorenzo Washington Day Gala

Jefferson Street Sound Museum Lorenzo Washington Day Gala
Apr
3

Jefferson Street Sound Museum Lorenzo Washington Day Gala

Lorenzo is the Founder & Curator of Jefferson Street Sound Museum (JSSM). His passion for family and community are the catalyst for his life journey, which encompasses an array of entrepreneurial ventures.

In the early 1970s, Washington embraced his passion for music by founding Soul Shack Records and Boutique. In 1976, he partnered with Moses Dillard and Jesse Boyce from Dillard & Boyce Productions, which was originally located on Nashville’s Music Row. The trio released a single entitled “Come on Dance” by the Saturday Night Band that reached #2 on the charts.

Washington turned his passion of preserving “back in the day” music into the Jefferson Street Sound Museum. The JSS museum is a nonprofit 501(c)3 organization that bridges historical preservation, and an impact on today’s music and entertainment with a full-service recording studio.

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JSSM Caregiver Support Group
Jan
22

JSSM Caregiver Support Group

Mission- To provide valuable knowledge to the Nashville

Community about how to develop a safe and secure lifestyle

for their loved ones and become advocates for the Elderly

Community to ensure all are being treated with respect as

they transition to another way of life.

Vision – Provide informational material and conduct seminars

that will provide educated knowledge about the processes and

reviews of area Assisted Living Facilities, Nursing homes, Adult

Daycares and Community Centers that cater to the Elderly

Community.

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Jackie Shane Block Party
Jun
24

Jackie Shane Block Party

JSSM kicks off Nashville Pride Weekend with the Jackie Shane Block Party honoring the first black trans woman of soul music, a North Nashville Native.

Activities Include: Live Music, Food Trucks, DJ, Dancing, Community Mural, Tote Making, Merch, Affirmation Stations and a Photobooth.

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JSS Annual Fundraising Gala
Dec
11

JSS Annual Fundraising Gala

It all begins with an idea. Maybe you want to launch a business. Maybe you want to turn a hobby into something more. Or maybe you have a creative project to share with the world. Whatever it is, the way you tell your story online can make all the difference.

 
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Giving Tuesday Live Concert
Nov
30

Giving Tuesday Live Concert

GivingTuesday reimagines a world built upon shared humanity and generosity. Our global network collaborates year-round to inspire generosity around the world, with a common mission to build a world where generosity is part of everyday life. Join us on November 30 to help us raise funds to keep our museum open.

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