Celebrate World Music Day: Join the Global Celebration!

Matthew Dix
Jun 17
3 min read

Updated: Jul 7

It’s time to pick up a tambourine, grab your guitar, and get your classroom buzzing with rhythm — because World Music Day is here!

Every year on 21st June, people across the globe celebrate the joy, power, and diversity of music. This year, Musician of the Month is inviting every school to join in with a free downloadable PowerPoint. It's packed with fun facts, listening ideas, and classroom activities. We’ve even embedded the official World Music Day song from YouTube to help you get the party started!

🎧 What is World Music Day?

World Music Day — also known as Fête de la Musique — began in France in 1982. Thanks to French Culture Minister Jack Lang and music journalist Maurice Fleuret, the idea took shape. Inspired by a 1970s idea from American musician Joel Cohen, they wanted to celebrate music publicly and freely on the longest day of the year: June 21st.

Fast-forward to today, over 120 countries take part. There are live music performances in public parks, school events, and global playlists to enjoy!

🌍 Why Should Schools Join In?

World Music Day is all about making music accessible to everyone, regardless of age, skill, or background. It’s a day when amateurs and professionals can join together to celebrate the universal language of music.

Music brings powerful benefits for learners:

It helps express feelings when words fail.
It boosts mood and reduces stress.
It builds confidence, promotes teamwork, and fosters creativity.
Most importantly — it’s fun!

“Music can change the world because it can change people.” Bono (lead singer from U2)

🎤 Ideas for Celebrating in Class

Need inspiration? Here are a few ways to bring the spirit of World Music Day into your school:

Create a Classroom Concert

Let children perform their favorite songs or showcase their instrumental skills.

Explore World Genres

Build a listening station featuring music from different cultures and continents. Encourage students to share their favorite tracks.

Karaoke Challenge!

Let even the shyest singers shine. Set up a karaoke session where everyone can have fun singing their favorite songs.

Musical Portraits

Encourage pupils to draw or write about what music means to them. This could include their favorite genres, instruments, or memories involving music.

Musician Presentations

Encourage pupils to share a song or artist they love and explain why. This will not only foster public speaking skills but also allow children to learn from each other.

And don’t forget to use our FREE Assembly PowerPoint below, complete with discussions, facts, and quizzes.

🎼 Listen, Learn, and Celebrate

Whether you’re dancing to drums, humming along to a pop anthem, or relaxing with classical melodies, World Music Day is a reminder of how music connects us all. Here’s how to get involved:

Download our FREE World Music Day 2025 PowerPoint

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Watch and share the World Music Day song (https://worldmusicday.co.uk/)
Tag us on social media with your classroom performances, art, and celebrations. We’d love to see how you’re making music matter.

💬 Let’s Hear from You

Are you celebrating World Music Day in your school? Email us, tag us, or reply to our newsletter. Your class could be featured in our next Musician of the Month shout-out!

Let the world hear your song this June 21st. Music is for everyone — and everyone is a musician on World Music Day.