International Music Day is celebrated every year on October 1st. This day is dedicated to celebrating the power of music and uniting people through music.
History
International Music Day was initiated by UNESCO in 1975. UNESCO recognized music as a symbol of world peace and cultural diversity.
Initiated in 1973 by the 15th General Assembly of the International Music Council, the first International Music Day was celebrated in 1975. The intention behind the day was to promote musical art among all sectors of society as well as applying the UNESCO ideas of peace and friendship among people.
Objectives
The objectives of International Music Day are:
- To celebrate the power of music.
- To unite people through music.
- To promote cultural diversity.
- To encourage music education.
Music occurs within nature and humans have been recreating it probably since the beginning of time, as singing or humming seems to be a natural part of human development. Babies can even begin to sing as early as three months old!
While music has its unique attributes based on the culture and area of the world it comes from, it is a human activity that is exclusive to the human race and part of every culture in the world. Music unites human beings!
How to Celebrate:
You can celebrate International Music Day by:
- Organizing music events.
- Participating in music education programs.
- Honoring your favorite musicians.
- Supporting social causes through music.
- Raising awareness about the power of music.
Slogans:
- “Music Unites.”
- “Music Brings Peace.”
- “Music Enlivens Culture.”