Description:

This collectible phone card showcases a striking piece of poster art from the 1995 Montreux Detroit Jazz Festival, a celebrated event honoring Detroit’s rich jazz heritage. The card’s dominant color palette features deep purples and subtle gradients, evoking a nocturnal, jazzy atmosphere. At the top, the festival’s name—“Montreux Detroit Jazz Festival ’95”—is rendered in a stylized, handwritten font with intricate strokes blending purple and gold hues, creating a luxurious yet mysterious effect. The $5 denomination is clearly displayed in the upper right corner, balancing practicality with seamless integration into the overall design. The card’s appeal lies in its elegant simplicity paired with evocative imagery.

Centered within the card is a silhouette of the Detroit skyline, drawn with sweeping, artistic strokes that abstractly yet recognizably depict the city’s iconic architecture. The buildings curve inward, converging around a focal point: a jazz musician dressed in white, illuminated by a golden-yellow spotlight that breaks through the surrounding purple darkness. The musician plays a horn, with colorful, flowing musical notes symbolizing the vibrant energy and soulful rhythm of jazz emanating from Detroit’s heart. This heartfelt tribute invites viewers to experience the creative spirit of the festival.

Along the bottom edge, fine print credits the Music Hall Center for the Performing Arts, anchoring the artwork within Detroit’s vibrant performance scene. The festival dates—August 31 through September 4, 1995—are also meticulously noted, marking the event’s historical significance and enhancing the card’s collectible value. This information connects the card not only to jazz music but also to the city’s broader cultural and artistic landscape. The Music Hall Center’s involvement lends prestige and authenticity to the piece, reflecting its dedication to promoting and preserving the performing arts.

Artistic credit for this iconic image is often attributed to Karen Wringler (also spelled Karen Ringler), whose vivid and expressive style captures both the essence of jazz and the pulse of Detroit. The design masterfully combines poster art with functionality, making this phone card a coveted collectible for jazz aficionados and art lovers alike.

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