The harmonica events are just one part of our Mass Appeal initiative, an 18-year Make Music Day tradition which brings together people of all levels and ages to make music in large, single-instrument groups.
Vic Firth, setting the standard for percussion since its inception in 1963, is providing over 1,000 pairs of free drumsticks to 35 bucket drumming events around the country this year! No experience necessary – to take part, all you need is a beat in your heart.
In another beloved Make Music Day tradition, Rhythm Band Instruments, makers of the pitched hollow plastic tubes called Boomwhackers®, is donating percussion kits to 17 communities for participatory Mass Appeal percussion events, with a variety of Boomwhackers, egg shakers, and rhythm sticks to make music accessible to everyone.
Thank you, Vic Firth and Rhythm Band Instruments!