make music

We’ve made it to June, the sun is shining and summer in the UK is feeling very promising!

This month, we’re very much looking forward to Make Music Day on 21st June. Not sure what to expect? Here’s a little round-up of what it is and how to get involved…

What is Make Music Day?

Make Music is a day of celebration of all music around the world! It first happened in France in 1982 on the summer solstice when they had a festival called ‘Fête De La Musique’. This evolved to become Make Music Day which is now celebrated across the globe in over 125 countries.

When is it?

Every year on 21st June.

Who can get involved?

Make Music Day is open to anyone and everyone who wants to take part; whether you’re a beginner, amateur or professional musician, interested in classical, rock, jazz or pop, young or old – you’re all invited!

What does it cost?

It’s free and open to the public.

Where does it take place in the UK?

There are events happening up and down the country. Look for an event to join here: makemusicday.co.uk/events

Or you can set up your own event and list it here: makemusicday.co.uk/get-involved

How can I get involved?

This year there will be both digital and socially distanced celebrations including window serenades, listening parties and live streams. There are lots of ways to take part! 

Have a look at the Make Music Day website by clicking here for 21 ways to get involved. 

Making Music UK is also organising a Bandstand project so see if you can join them by checking their website here: makingmusic.org.uk/opportunities/make-music-day 

There’s a lot of great resources on the Make Music Day website with ideas of what and how to set up your event here: makemusicday.co.uk/resources 

📣 Calling all Take it away Music Shop members to join in!

Do you have suitable space for performances?

Why not invite local musicians to come and play throughout the day to support your local community? Or perhaps set up an open door day so that members of the public can pop in and have a play… they may discover new instruments and become your next customer!

There are useful resources from the Musicians’ Union, ISM and more including how to set up your own gig, live stream, host online concerts etc. here: makemusicday.co.uk/resources 

Let us know if you’re planning anything on Make Music Day this year and we’ll see how we can support you here at Take it away. 

After a year of restrictions, Make Music Day is going to be the perfect opportunity to celebrate playing music together!

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