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- By Iram Hussain
- Tue, 01 Oct 2024 10:25 AM (IST)
- Source:JND
October 1st marks International Music Day, a global celebration honouring the universal language of music. Established in 1975, this day recognises music's power to unite people across cultures, genres and borders. Every year, musicians, music lovers and organisations come together to promote musical diversity, exchange and education. Concerts, festivals, workshops and events worldwide showcase local and international talents.
International Music Day inspires creativity, inclusivity and cultural understanding, reminding us that music has the ability to transform, uplift and connect humanity.
Celebrate the International Music Day to strengthen bonds (Image Credits: Canva)
International Music Day 2024: History
International Music Day has its roots in 1975. The International Music Council (IMC), founded by UNESCO in 1949 launched this global event to promote musical diversity, exchange and education. The IMC's mission was to bridge cultural divides through music. In 1975, the first International Music Day was observed, featuring concerts, festivals and workshops worldwide. Since then, it has grown into a vibrant annual celebration, showcasing local and international talents. Over the decades, International Music Day has inspired countless musical collaborations, fostering global understanding and unity through the universal language of music.
International Music Day 2024: Significance
The day celebrates music's transformative power, bridging cultural divides and fostering global unity. This day recognises music's impact on social change, education and community building. It provides a platform for emerging artists. Music Day inspires creativity, healing and self-expression, highlighting music's role in shaping identities and cultures. By honouring music's universal language, we strengthen social bonds, empower marginalised voices and celebrate our shared humanity, ensuring a more harmonious and vibrant world.
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Music has the power to heal and unite (Image Credits: Freepik)
International Music Day 2023: Quotes
“Music expresses that which cannot be said and on which it is impossible to be silent.”- Victor Hugo
“Music is moonlight in the gloomy night of life.”- Jean-Paul
“Music is the divine way to tell beautiful, poetic things to the heart.”- Pablo Casals
“Where words fail, music speaks.” – Hans Christian Andersen
“Music is the only art form which can claim to be abstract and figurative at the same time.” – Igor Stravinsky
“If music is the food of love, play on.” – William Shakespeare “Music is the strongest form of magic.”- Marilyn Manson