On 21st of June – the day of summer solstice – musical energy envelopes all of our planet, in celebration of worldwide festival of music – Fête de la Musique
Fête de la Musique is a musical space that resonates all around the world, an opportunity to listen to and play live music, an opportunity to perform in open areas, streets and squares; a time for being an amateur, a professional, a fan and simply a listener. Each year professional and amateur musicians and groups together with musical institutions (such as Philharmonic halls, Opera houses, musical theaters, schools, clubs, cultural centers, civic initiatives, cafes, restaurants and so on) organize open free concerts.
The aim of this holiday is to popularise music: we hope to encourage musicians to express themselves in the urban space, and – thanks to numerous free concerts and spontaneous performances of both professionals and amateurs – make live music of any genre and style available to urban community. Music is a universal force that unites people of all ages, origins, status, beliefs and tastes.
Music – everywhere, concerts – nowhere!
This day is a celebration taking place mainly outdoors – in streets, squares, gardens and parks. Exceptional day for any music and audience. It’s a communal event for exchange and discovery. Musicians engage with the public space of the city in unexpected ways and get hold of an opportunity to find and discover places that are not traditional concert venues – streets, museums, hospitals, public institutions, etc. While the audience, during this day dedicated to live music and diversity of musical styles and practices, gets the opportunity to hear music that is difficult to come across usually.
On this day, 21st of June, we call for a free and spontaneous participation of musicians, both professionals and amateurs. All concerts are free for listeners and do not bring any profits to organizers.
