The Arts Council of Clatsop County joins the Make Music Day celebration for the third year on Friday, June 21, 2024. Make Music Day is a one-day event where free, live musical performances and opportunities to make music take place around the world on the longest day of the year.
Musical festivities in Clatsop County are part of a global celebration of music making in over 1,000 cities inspired by France’s Fête de la Musique.
The Arts Council of Clatsop County invites everyone from professional musicians to people who have never picked up an instrument to join in the global music celebration by attending events around the county from 2 p.m. to 8 p.m. Hear songs inspired by the ocean at the Maritime Museum; join a bucket-drumming session; learn to play the harmonica or steel pan drum; play handbells as part of a large group; or relax to the sounds of many local musicians. An up-to-date list of event locations and times can be found at makemusicday.org/clatsopcounty. Registration is still open for musicians and venues.
Music has been shown to strengthen social connectivity, reduce stress, lower blood pressure, and stimulate memory. It is integral to a well-rounded, enjoyable life. By participating in Make Music Day, the Arts Council of Clatsop County encourages every form of music making.
June 21 is the perfect day to check out a local music store for some gear or to come together and play – whether it’s for the first time or the thousandth.
The Arts Council (clatsopcountyartscouncil.com) thanks the Oregon Arts Commission and the Roundhouse Foundation for its support of Make Music Day.
About Make Music Day:
Held annually on June 21 for over 40 years, Make Music Day is part of the international Fête de la Musique, taking place in more than 1,000 cities across 120 countries. The daylong, musical free-for-all celebrates music in all its forms, encouraging people to band together and play in free public concerts. This year, over 130 U.S. cities are organizing Make Music Day celebrations, encompassing thousands of concerts nationwide. Make Music Day is presented by the NAMM (National Association of Music Merchants) Foundation and coordinated by the Make Music Alliance. For more information, please visit makemusicday.org.
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