Make Music New York is one of the largest music events in New York City. The New York Public Library is delighted to be a part of the festivities. On Tuesday, June 21 (the Summer Solstice), the library will be hosting 30+ free music performances from African percussion, to classical music, to hip-hop, to jazz, to rock, and many more throughout the Bronx, Manhattan and Staten Island libraries.  Find the complete listing of events here!

Imagine on a nice summer day venturing off to City Island and dancing to samba music while basking in the sun. Perhaps the beach is more to your liking? Join the South Beach Library at the Franklin D. Roosevelt Boardwalk and listen to Ken Simon Orchestra pay tribute to Jimi Hendrix. Or venture over to Muhlenberg Library where they'll be hosting a listening party featuring Blackstar by David Bowie. Let's not forget Prince! Harlem Library will be screening Purple Rain for all to see. 

Join us as we celebrate the first day of summer with music!