Music is an integral part of daily life and special celebrations around the world. Our 2021 Musical Celebrations Calendar highlights different holidays that celebrate music-making or appreciation, such as Music in Our Schools Month, Jazz Appreciation Month, and International Drum Month. We also highlight events that have a strong musical component, including Carnival, Diwali and Thaipusam. Our colorful and vibrant calendar would make a great addition to any rehearsal space. Let it guide your musical and educational planning as you follow along through the months and celebrate these musical holidays with your ensemble! Download the free 2021 Calendar to learn about holidays and celebrations such as: International Drum Month African American Music Appreciation Month Chinese Torch Festival Piano Day World Voice Day Plus, much more! In addition to the descriptions of each musical celebration, we offer more extensive background information about one celebration every month. These articles describe the historical significance of each celebration and provide suggestions about how you can celebrate with your ensemble! The digital copy includes direct links to the featured article, but you can also find our descriptions from a printed copy by utilizing the scannable QR code at the bottom of every month. Download our free 2021 Calendar of Musical Celebrations Around the World – the perfect addition to any rehearsal space or music classroom! Interested in attending any of these international celebrations? Make sure to browse some of the featured destinations on our website!
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