Music in CommonAround the MIC
Around the MIC is a fresh twist on the traditional songwriters in the round format that features artists of…
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diverse backgrounds and musical genres swapping songs round robin style with a bit of cypher-like fun thrown into the mix from time to time.
In addition to the featured artists showcasing their own material, each learns and performs one song from the Music in Common songbook, comprised of dozens of songs written or performed in MIC programs including JAMMS, Black Legacy Project, and FODfest.
JAMMSOur flagship JAMMS program (Journalism As Music, Multimedia, and Songwriting) is a culturally immersive, experiential intensive for youth and adults.AMPLIFYAmplify harnesses the talents of skilled musicians to propel the powerful messages of these songs to a wider audience through recordings and live performance.
Black Legacy ProjectThe Black Legacy Project is a musical celebration of Black history to advance racial harmony, bridge-building, and partnership.