From September 15th to October 15th, Hispanic Heritage Month is observed throughout the United States annually, celebrating Hispanic Americans with heritage from countries such as Mexico, Honduras, El Salvador, Ecuador, Cuba, Puerto Rico, the Dominican Republic, and many more. Many important dates fall within Hispanic Heritage Month – several countries celebrate their independence: Costa Rica,…
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4 Fun Ways to Celebrate World Music Day!
This Friday, June 21st, is World Music Day or Make Music Day! In October 1982, World Music Day, known originally as Fête de la Musique, originated as an all-day musical celebration on the day of the summer solstice. Maurice Fleuret, Director of Music and Dance at the French Ministry of Culture, had “dream[ed] of a…
Celebrating International Jazz Day!
Today, April 30th, is International Jazz Day! Designated a holiday in 2011 by the United Nations Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organization (UNESCO) and championed by the legendary Herbie Hancock, International Jazz Day exists “in order to highlight jazz and its diplomatic role of uniting people in all corners of the globe.” Today, Center Stage Music…
Easter Activities on Long Island
Happy Easter Week! We wanted to take a moment to share some exciting local events that are occurring this week to celebrate Easter. And as always, some good music to listen to and good food to share with family and friends during the holiday season. Easter Egg Hunts & Brunches MARCH 26th: Stew Leonard’s Easter…
How to Celebrate St. Patrick’s Day!
As St. Patrick’s Day approaches, we want to share some suggestions with our students to learn more about Irish culture and Irish music so that everyone can celebrate this Sunday, March 17th! St. Patrick’s Day is both an Irish and Irish-American holiday that commemorates the death of St. Patrick – the patron saint of Ireland….
Rockin’ In The Kitchen
Happy Thanksgiving from Center Stage Music Center! We all know the holiday season requires a decent amount of time in the kitchen. Whether cooking up a meal for your friends and family, or hanging around, catching up with distant relatives and long-distance friends, the kitchen becomes a central space in our lives during this time…
Women Rock Day!
Women Rock Day is acknowledged in the United States on January 3rd every year, celebrating women’s contributions and accomplishments in the rock music industry. Women Rock Day came to fruition on January, 3rd 1987, when the legendary singer/songwriter Aretha Franklin became the first woman to be inducted into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame….
National Saxophone Day: Celebrating One of the Most Dynamic Instruments!
This Sunday, November 6th, is National Saxophone Day! It is celebrated every year on the birthday of Antoine-Joseph ‘Adolphe’ Sax, the inventor of the saxophone. Throughout history, this soulful instrument has a long legacy for its contributions to music, from jazz to classical to pop and everything in-between. Let’s learn some more about one of…
Haunted Headphones: Sounds of Spooky Season!
Halloween is just around the corner and we wanted to share our favorite “haunted headphones” tunes to get you in the mood for spooky season! We have compiled a list of some simple and scary songs that you can learn on your own or in your lessons. And of course, we have shared a playlist…
International Strange Music Day
Tomorrow, August 24th, is International Strange Music Day! What is Strange Music Day you might ask? It is a day to break out of your comfort zone and experience music that may be strange, unusual or even a bit bizzare. You don’t even necessarily have to listen to bizare music to celebrate Strange Music Day….