Stories

The feature stories below were contributed by Michael’s family, close friends, collaborators and fellow musicians to remember his life and music. Learning resources, as well as updates about new releases of Michael’s music, live performances, book and film projects related to his life and career will also be posted here.

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Mischa Hedges with Michael's guitars in the van. Photo Credit: Brendan Hedges
by Brendan Hedges
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Photographer Jay Blakesberg and his assistant on set, with Jake White, Mischa Hedges and Hilleary Burgess. Photo Credit: Monica Semergiu
by Brendan Hedges
For the first time in many years, Michael’s guitars left the vault where they have been in storage. First stop? San Francisco - to photograph each of them for an upcoming project, and prepare them for their new homes...
by Mischa Hedges
Help the filmmakers complete production & editing of "Oracle," the upcoming Michael Hedges documentary. Get new perks when you become a 2026 sustaining sponsor!
by Taproot
An online screening of the unreleased 1986 concert film "Michael Hedges LIVE at Frost Amphitheater w/ Bobby McFerrin & Liz Story"
by Taproot
The filmmakers have completed the first phase of production & editing and are seeking additional Producers to raise completion funds.
Co-Directors Brendan Hedges and Mischa Hedges in the edit suite.
by Mischa Hedges
An update from the edit suite - filmmaker Mischa Hedges reflects on the process of assembling the first rough cut of ORACLE: the Life & Music of Michael Hedges
by Taproot
Dinner party, concert film screening & documentary fundraiser, with special guests! In-person and virtual ticket options available.
by Mischa Hedges
ORACLE documentary filmmakers have partnered with the International Documentary Association for fiscal sponsorship!
by Taproot
This rare 1998 documentary remembers remembers Hedges through his own words and rare footage from a July 1996 outdoor concert with bassist Michael Manring. Now available for online streaming.

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