California
Indio: Join the Academy of Musical Performance from 2-9pm for an open jam on their stage as well as an instrument zoo for younger participants. More information.
Connecticut
Hartford: Join ResQ and Bluebyrd for a concert at the Unitarian Society of Hartford (50 Bloomfield Avenue) at 6pm. More information.
North Branford: Swing by John C’s Music Studio (435 Foxon Road) from 2-9pm for Jamfest, an organized jam session. All types of musicians welcome! This is an opportunity to meet other musicians in a private studio and friendly environment. Check out their video for more information or contact the organizer.
Waterford: Join Ukulele’s By the Sea for a uke jam at the Waterford Public Library from 2:30-3:30pm.
Illinois
Aurora: PM Music Center hosts a recital in-store beginning at 11am on June 22, with private teachers and employees performing between sessions. More information.
Indiana
Jeffersonville: Join Maxwell’s House of Music for a daylong celebration featuring multiple rock school bands, a rock orchestra, and an open mic. More information.
Maryland
Stevensville: Join Cult Classic Brewing on Kent Island for an unforgettable evening as they celebrate Make Music Day with the release of Paul’s Perfect Pour beer. Featuring performances from Gouger, Stoneflies, The Vens, and Everlong. More information.
Mississippi
Jackson: Join Kandy Janai for an evening of southern soul music starting at 6pm at 200 Commerce Street. More information.
Missouri
Platte City: Join the Platte City Community Band as they play a variety of music and offer a chance for the audience to get involved by being a part of their community kazoo band. Happening from 7-8pm on the Platte County Courthouse steps. More information.
Montana
Manhattan: Join members of the Bozeman Symphony for a small chamber music ensemble performance at Manhattan High School from 2:30-3:30pm. More information.
New Jersey
Atlantic City: Join South Jersey Cultural Alliance in Browns Park from 11am-2pm for Midtown Make Music, a musical day in the park full of fun and activities such as a drum circle, dance, and a variety of activities brought on by our community partners. More information.
Cedar Grove: Join the E&L Music Jam at Cedar Beans Coffee Joint at 3pm for a jam and sing-along.
Woodbury: The FAF Coalition hosts local artists from 6-10pm at LOT 323. More information.
New Mexico
Albuquerque: Join musician Jason McInnes for a participatory, all-ages, all instruments music gathering. Happening at Tiny Grocer from 5-6:30pm. More information.
Silver City: Bring a chair, drum, rattles, bells, crystal bowls, flute, didgeridoo, any other instrument or just sit and watch. Hosted by Beatriz Giraldo Community Circle of Sound at Gough Park from 11am-12pm. More information.
North Carolina
Charlotte: Join Black Notes Project at 737 East Woodlawn Road for an evening of community-based musicians performing soulful classics. More information.
Charlotte: Join Harvesting Humanity at the Dr. Ophelia Garmon-Brown Community Center (2747 Freedom Drive) starting at 4pm for multiple DJs, the Charlotte Symphony, African drumming and dancers, Make & Take Shakers (inviting public participants to be music makers and shakers), a local marching band, and the Black Notes Project.
Oklahoma
Tulsa: Henry Zoellner will open for Will Ross during the Third Friday Music in the Park at Florence Park, so join them for this neighborhood get-together that also celebrates worldwide Make Music Day on the first day of summer. More information.
Pennsylvania
Greensburg: Join Aaron and Julia Gray for a live performance at Charley Family Shop n’ Save (730 E. Pittsburgh Street) from 3-6pm.
Harrisburg: Join piano and vocal students of the April Pellegrini Music Studio as they perform pieces from a variety of genres including classical, blues, and rhythm & blues. More information.
Jeannette: Join Aaron and Julia Gray for karaoke at Sobel’s Brewery (500 Clay Avenue) from 6:30-9:30pm.
Upper Perkiomen Valley: Join Make Music Upper Perk for a daylong Make Music Day celebration featuring 80 musical acts, including several hundred musicians making music in 20 venues across five towns of the Upper Perkiomen Valley. More information.
Rhode Island
Providence: Join the Inner City Rhythm Drummers at Roger Williams Park from 5-8pm for an afternoon of interactive drumming. More information.
South Dakota
Yankton: Join Twinfeathers and friends for an evening concert happening from 6-9pm at Riverside Park.
Texas
Austin: Bring your chair or blanket and sit under the shady oak tree to enjoy music by Marti Ahem from 10-10:30am at Ms. Marti Piano Studio (11231 Henge Drive). More information.
Austin: Join Des Amis pop, Julie Slim, Jean-Pierre, and the Zydeco Angels for an evening of French and international music at The Colton House Hotel starting at 6:15pm. More information.
Washington, D.C.
Join Dance Flamenco DC and its children’s program “Flamenco 4 Kids!” for a day of free classes, demos, and fun Spanish Style. DFDC is an educational and entertainment program bringing the authentic sights, sounds, and movements of Andalucía to Washington, D.C. Doors open 1-3pm. Metro Accessible! 4027 Brandywine NW in Tenletown. More information.
Washington
Ellensburg: Make Music Ellensburg will host performances from students of all ages from 3-8pm at 201 North Pearl Street. More information.
Wisconsin
Spring Green: Musician Nath Dresser will perform at The Meadows Assisted Living and Memory Care (477 Rainbow Road) from 3-4pm.
Online
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