Education Make Music Day Make Music Day is a free celebration of music around the world on June 21, the summer solstice. It is the world's largest annual music event. Learn how you can participate NC Symphony The Symphony offers educational concerts and resources for students, including interactive performances, online listening guides, and partnerships with schools statewide to encourage music education. North Carolina Music Educators Association NCMEA is a professional organization dedicated to advancing music education in North Carolina. It offers professional development opportunities, student activities, and resources for teachers, parents, and administrators, while advocating for music education at various levels. North Carolina Music Hall of Fame The Hall of Fame celebrates North Carolina’s music legends, with exhibits covering musicians across genres from bluegrass to hip-hop. The site includes biographies, event information, and an education section for student tours. The North Carolina Arts Council Provides an array of educational materials, including guides for integrating North Carolina music into classrooms, video resources, and lesson plans on the state’s musical heritage. PineCone (Piedmont Council of Traditional Music) Based in Raleigh, PineCone promotes traditional music from the Piedmont region through events, classes, and youth programming, including summer camps and folk song lessons. UNC-Chapel Hill Southern Folklife Collection A comprehensive archive that documents Southern music, including North Carolina’s contributions to bluegrass, gospel, and more. Educational resources include digital exhibits, recordings, and research collections.