MMD began in France in 1982 as the Fête de la Musique and has spread to over 1,000 cities across 120 countries. The Mayor’s Office of Cultural Affairs (MOCA) initiated this annual celebration in partnership with the French Consulate and continues that partnership this year. Houston’s Consular Corps continues to also expand its role in this global celebration.
“The Consulate General of France is delighted to support Make Music Day in the City of Houston, a vibrant celebration inspired by the renowned Fête de la Musique in France,” said the Consul General of France in Houston Valerie Baraban. “This event exemplifies the cultural exchange and creative spirit that music fosters. We extend our warmest wishes to all participants, as they come together to make music and unite communities.”
MOCA has shown a commitment to support Houston’s music industry and is excited to partner for the first time this year with Downtown Houston+, and again with Houston’s Professional Musicians’ Association (HPMA) who is providing funding for its members for the global event.
“We are excited and honored for Market Square Park to host the Houston kickoff of Make Music Day,” said Kristopher Larson, President and CEO, Downtown Houston+. “We invite everyone to join in this global, daylong, free public event celebrating the musician that lives in each of us as we experience the joy of live music in harmony with cities around the world.”
“The Houston Professional Musicians’ Association is proud to partner for the 4th year in a row with the City of Houston and MOCA in celebrating Make Music Day!” said Alex Navarro, President of HPMA. “We are also the primary representation, protection, and bargaining unit for our City’s musical talent, which is why we’re grateful to fund musicians’ performances through our Music Performance Trust Fund Allotment. Musicians interested in being paid a fare wage for their performance on June 21st should reach out to our HPMA office to apply.”
We encourage you to join Mayor Whitmire, our Consular Corps, Cultural Districts and many more for Make Music Day. |