World Music Day 2024: Celebrating the Universal Language of Music
| Aspect | Details |
|---|---|
| Event Name | World Music Day (Fete de la Musique) |
| Date | June 21, 2024 (Friday) |
| Theme (2024) | Not officially announced |
| Previous Theme (2023) | "Music on the Intersections" |
| Origin | Originated in France in 1981 |
| Founders | Jack Lang, Maurice Fleuret, and a radio producer/music journalist |
| First Celebration | Paris, 1982 (over 1,000 musicians performed) |
| Global Reach | Celebrated in approximately 700 cities across 120 countries |
| Purpose | Promote music as a universal language; provide a platform for professional and amateur artists |
| Tagline | "Faites de la musique" (Make music) |
| Celebrations | Concerts in public spaces, live music performances, community gatherings |
| Significance | Unity, inclusivity, self-expression, creativity, musical diversity |
| Objectives | Elevate music as an accessible art form, create inclusive environments, nurture expression |