HOUSTON – Houston Public Library (HPL) is proud to join the global celebration of Make Music Day on Saturday, June 21, 2025, with a week-long celebration of interactive experiences and free, live music in partnership with L.O.U.D. Muzik (Let Our Unity Define Muzik).
Held annually in over 1,000 cities around the world, Make Music Day is an open invitation for musicians of all levels and ages to share their sound with their entire community. This year, HPL and L.O.U.D. Muzik are bringing the rhythm to the city’s libraries with dynamic performances, beat-making workshops, jam sessions, and hands-on music production stations.
“Music brings people together, and that’s exactly what public libraries are here to do,” said Sandy Gaw, Houston Public Library Director. “This partnership with L.O.U.D. Muzik reflects HPL’s ongoing commitment to promoting arts, culture, and lifelong learning for everyone through community-based programming.”
«Creating the Make Music Day Festival was about more than just celebrating sound – it was about making space. As the founder of L.O.U.D. Muzik, it’s my mission to ensure that the talent and culture of our city are not only heard, but respected and represented. Houston is rich with diversity, and it’s critical that our city events reflect the voices and stories of the communities that make it great,» said Derrick McKinney, CEO and Founder of L.O.U.D. Muzik.
Participants will have multiple channels to learn the business of entertainment, with opportunities to:
Learn how to CREATE your content at the TECHLink Studio Takeover.
This immersive and interactive event features tours, networking and a hands-on production experience for veteran and new musicians alike.
Wednesday, June 18 | Noon – 5 p.m.
Dr. Shannon Walker Library | 11630 Chimney Rock Rd.
Speak to EXPERTS at the L.O.U.D. Muzik Summit.
Attend this day-long event to hear from A-listers, up-and-comers, artists, educators, and industry professionals. Panelists include Barry Coffing, David Kuti, TikTokMomma, Spoiled Latina, Aim Rashid and LaRonn Harris.
Friday, June 20 | 9 a.m. – 4 p.m.
Julia Ideson Building | 550 McKinney St.
Celebrate Make Music Day in Houston.
Turn up the volume for the global Make Music Day initiative with a full day of free performances, hands-on music experiences, vendors, and community celebration at our festival!
Saturday, June 21, 2025 | 11 a.m. – 9 p.m.
Central Library Complex | 500 McKinney St.
About Houston Public Library
We are a dynamic public service organization serving one of the largest and most diverse areas in the nation – both in population and geography. Our comprehensive, customer-focused service delivery strategy supports the 2.3 million residents of the City of Houston.
Our system is comprised of 44 public service units, including six Regional Libraries – anchored by our flagship Central Library – 28 Neighborhood and Express Libraries, three History Research Centers, four TECHLink centers, a Satellite location at the Children’s Museum Houston, the Mobile Express outreach unit, and the Mayor’s Office for Adult Literacy. Together, we provide equitable access to resources, technology, and lifelong learning opportunities for all Houstonians. |
