World Music Day 2025: There is a magic in music that not only works to connect the hearts but also gives relief to the soul. This is a precious heritage that crosses boundaries, cultures and time and exposes the feelings within every human being. Whether it is the depth of ragas, simplicity of folk tunes or the enthusiasm of modern beats, music fills life in every form with color, rhythm and emotions. On World Music Day (June 21), we know about some of the features related to music.
How did it start?
World Music Day is celebrated every year on 21 June, which is also known as ‘Fate de La Music’. ‘Fate de la music’ means ‘Sangeet Utsav’. This day is dedicated to promoting the diversity, creativity and solidarity of music. It started in France in 1982, when French Culture Minister Jack Lang laid the foundation of this festival to bring music to the people. Since then, celebrating this festival started.
The first World Music Day was celebrated in France on 21 June 1982. This date was chosen because it is the day of summer solstice i.e. Summer Solstis, which is the longest day in the Northern Hemisphere and is considered suitable for celebration. After its success in France by the end of the 1980s, the festival spread to other countries in Europe such as Germany, Italy and Spain.
After its success in France by the end of the 1980s, the festival spread to other countries in Europe such as Germany, Italy and Spain. By 1997 it was recognized as World Music Day and more than 100 countries started participating in it.
Music Day is celebrated in more than 120 countries
In more than 120 countries around the world, this day is a celebration as a celebration. Large -scale events are held at many places including France, India, America, Brazil and African countries. The purpose of celebrating World Music Day is to make people aware of music in different ways, so that people do not get up from music.
At the same time, this day in India is celebrated with music celebrations, local band performance and cultural programs in various cities. Classical music, Bollywood and regional music performances make this opportunity even more special. Many music schools and organizations also organize special workshops and performance on this day.
There is no official theme of World Music Day, but local organizers often choose their theme so that this precious art can be celebrated well all over the world.

