About
Make Music Chattanooga celebrates World Music Day on June 21st and December 21st with concerts in venues and outdoor spaces across the city. From live concerts, to jam sessions and workshops, this day is a celebration of our vibrant music community through:
Fostering Connections: Facilitating connections and collaborations between musicians, artists, venues, and community organizations
Celebrating local talent: Providing a platform for local musicians, bands, and performers to showcase their talent and creativity.
Promoting our rich musical heritage: Highlighting the city’s music history and celebrating the diverse sounds that have shaped Chattanooga’s music scene.
Supporting music education: Offering opportunities for music education and skill-building through workshops, jam sessions, and interactive activities.
Make Music Day (June 21)
REGISTER TO PARTICIPATE
Are you a musician, performer, venue owner, educator, or simply someone who loves music? We invite you to be a part of Make Music Day Chattanooga! There are countless ways to get involved, from hosting an event to performing live music, leading workshops, or simply attending and enjoying the festivities. Everyone is welcome to join the celebration and share their love of music with the community.
Register as a performer or venue by Monday, June 2, 2025.
** If you are participating as an educator or workshop host, please register as a performer when prompted**
Need help signing up? Watch these quick tutorials to get started.
SOUSAPALOOZA
Join the celebration! Sousapalooza is your chance to step into the spotlight and celebrate the timeless music of John Philip Sousa with an unforgettable community event! We’re looking for a dynamic band leader and a host location to help us bring this unique gathering to life. Picture musicians of all ages and skill levels coming together for a mass performance of Sousa’s iconic marches, fostering camaraderie, community spirit, and a shared love of music. Whether you’re a seasoned conductor, a local venue with a passion for music, or an enthusiastic supporter of the arts, we’d love for you to be part of this lively celebration! Sign up by Monday, June 2, 2025!
2025 Launch Meeting
Join us for our 2025 Launch Meeting. Click here to register on Zoom.
Support
Help us spread the word and make Make Music Day Chattanooga a success! Share our event with your friends, family, and community networks on social media. Use the hashtag #MakeMusicCHA to join the conversation and let everyone know about this exciting celebration of music in our city. Encourage local businesses, schools, and organizations to participate and promote the event to their networks.
Video Campaign
We’re excited to partner with RISE Chattanooga on this video campaign! We invite you to join us in celebrating the power and impact of music by sharing your personal story. No matter your role in Chattanooga’s music scene, we want to hear from you!
Film a 90-second video expressing why music is important and what it means to you. Your video will be a part of our collective celebration of Make Music Day, showcasing the diverse voices and experiences that make up Chattanooga’s vibrant music community.
DEADLINE: June 6th at 11:59 p.m. (EST)
Grab your camera, unleash your creativity, and let’s spread the joy of music together!
CHA Music Passport
The CHA Music Passport is your guide to exploring and celebrating Chattanooga’s vibrant music scene. This initiative connects community members with live music events, highlighting local talent and unique venues across the city. While it plays a key role during Make Music Day and Make Music Winter, the CHA Music Passport goes beyond these celebrations, creating year-round opportunities to experience and support the rich musical diversity that makes Chattanooga special.
News
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Chattanooga Becomes a National Park City!
Chattanooga Becomes a National Park City—Everywhere’s a Stage on Make Music Day 2025! Big news! Chattanooga has just been named the first National Park City in North America—and we couldn’t be more excited! This is a huge milestone for our community, showcasing Chattanooga’s commitment to preserving our natural spaces and making them more accessible forContinue…
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Make Music Day Launch Meeting Follow-Up
THANK YOU FOR JOINING THE MAKE MUSIC DAY 2025 LAUNCH MEETING! 🧡 We’re excited for another amazing year, and your participation is what makes this event so special. Here’s a quick recap of what we discussed and how you can get involved. Make Music Day Returns! On June 21st, musicians and performers of all ages and skillContinue…
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Make Music Day Returns to Chattanooga in 2025
Community Invited to Join the Celebration & Planning Efforts CHATTANOOGA, TN – Make Music Day, the worldwide celebration of music held annually on June 21, is set to return to Chattanooga in 2025. This global event, presented nationally by the National Association of Music Merchants (NAMM) and the Make Music Alliance, invites musicians of allContinue…
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Make Music Day 2025 Launch Meeting
Join us Thursday, March 20th, for the Make Music Day 2025 Launch Meeting! This is an exciting opportunity for performers, venues, and educators to come together as we prepare for this year’s city and county-wide celebration of music happening this June! We’ll share everything you need to know about participating, key updates, and how we can make this year’sContinue…
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Chattanooga Sets the Stage with Record-Breaking Success for Make Music Day 2024
Chattanooga, TN – Make Music Day 2024 was a resounding success, with Chattanooga taking center stage as the largest Make Music Day festival in Tennessee and securing a spot among the Top 10 Largest Make Music Day Festivals in the United States. This year’s celebration brought together 48 business and community partners, featured 100 liveContinue…
Contact
Get in touch with us at chattanooga@makemusicday.org