What is Make Music Sun Prairie?
Make Music Sun Prairie is joining the global celebration of music, Make Music Day. Originating in France as the Fête de la Musique in 1982, Make Music Day occurs on June 21st every year all over the globe. Over 1,000 cities worldwide will gather to celebrate the joys of music through performances, activities, and parades. Sun Prairie is proud to join the summer solstice fun in 2023.
All across Sun Prairie will be an array of musical activities, from student performances to open mics and music-making crafts. Come out and hear the musical sounds of our city!
When? Friday, June 21, 2024
Where? Performance areas will be located at parks and community spaces throughout Sun Prairie.
Contact Steev Baker at the library with specific questions.
How do I participate?
- USE OUR MATCHMAKING SYSTEM
- Create a profile with as much info as you can (links to video, audio, social media).
- Browse musicians or venues, and send booking requests.
- Schedule as many shows as you like.
- Confirm your shows before matchmaking ends.
- Communicate with your matches to sort out any questions.
- ALREADY HAVE MUSICIANS IN MIND? Use the matchmaking platform to post the details of your line-up!
- PLAY THE DAY OF THE EVENT! If you missed registering in advance, you can still play! Pick a sidewalk or a spot in a park and make some music. If you’re out in front of an establishment, check-in with them. The city is a stage on Make Music Day!
Where may I perform?
Performances will take place in a variety of spaces, and almost anything is possible.
- Sidewalks: Many musicians perform on sidewalks. Be aware of your neighbors or nearby businesses.
- Sun Prairie Public Library: Make Music Sun Prairie has reserved the Community Room from 2pm-4pm. Performance slots are available during those times using the reservation system above.
- Community centers, parks, gardens, and plazas: Some public spaces are privately controlled by community groups, management companies, or individuals.
- Private spaces: Restaurants, businesses, community organizations, and homeowners may wish to offer their locale as a venue.
Can I host live music?
Hosting is DIY and can be as simple as providing space on your sidewalk or as complex as renting a stage with sound equipment. Each host controls the location, length of time, and what they are able to provide.
- Performance spaces must be within the city of Sun Prairie.
- The space needs to be free and accessible to the public.
- All venues must maintain a 6′ clearance on city sidewalks for pedestrian passage.
Who can perform?
Make Music Sun Prairie is open to all ages, skill levels, and persuasions of music makers. Students, amateurs, part-time professionals, established artists, and first-timers are all welcome. There is no audition process, all you do is register, match with a venue, show up, and perform!