Tag: Musical Celebrations

Musical Celebrations Around the World – Jazz Appreciation Month

Every April, musicians, directors, and jazz lovers from across the U.S. celebrate Jazz Appreciation Month.

Musical Celebrations Around the World – Music in Our Schools Month

The National Association for Music Education (NAfME), among the world’s largest arts education organizations, is the only association that addresses all aspects of music education.

Musical Celebrations Around the World – World Opera Day

A beloved art form is finally getting its day in the spotlight…on the calendar. February 8th is World Opera Day!

In Western culture, opera is a ubiquitous art form.

Musical Celebrations Around the World – Thaipusam

If you were to visit Malaysia, Singapore, or other Southeast Asian countries with large Tamil Hindu populations, you may be lucky enough to experience the Tamil festival of Thaipusam.

Musical Celebrations Around the World – National Jukebox Day

National Jukebox Day celebrates the classic musical machine, the jukebox!

The first forms of automated coin-operated musical devices included music boxes and player pianos, whic…

Musical Celebrations Around the World – Diwali

Diwali or Deepavali literally translates to “celebration of lights.” This festival is celebrated by people of Hindu origin.

Musical Celebrations Around the World – Classical Music Month

In 1994, President Bill Clinton issued a proclamation that would draw attention to the arts and music and deemed it Classical Music Month, celebrated in September of each year.