Our outreach programs strengthen the community by using music to inspire creativity, build relationships, and expand access to arts education for people of all ages.
Open Mic Night
Our monthly Open Mic Night is more than a performance—it’s a place where community comes to life through music. Students, local musicians, songwriters, comedians, and first-time performers are all welcome to share their talents in a supportive, encouraging environment. Whether you’re taking the stage or cheering from the audience, Open Mic Night is an opportunity to build confidence, connect with others, celebrate creativity, and experience the joy of live performance. It’s one of the many ways we fulfill our mission of making music accessible, inspiring, and inclusive for everyone in our community.
Ages: All Ages
Date(s): August 21 - September 26
Time: 6 PM
Place: The Premier, 109 11th St NW, Hickory, NC 28601
You Can Uke Too
As part of our Music For All after-school programming, You Can Uke Too is a fun, engaging program that introduces students to the joy of making music through the ukulele. Designed for beginners, this hands-on class teaches basic chords, strumming patterns, rhythm, and group performance while building confidence, creativity, and teamwork. Students develop valuable musical skills in a welcoming environment where they can experience the excitement of learning an instrument and making music together.
Ages: 9-16
Date(s): September 15, 22, 29 - October 6, 13, 20, 27 - November 3, 10, 17, 24 - December 1
Time: 4:30-5:30 PM and 5:30-6:30 PM
Place: Hickory Music Factory, 1515 12th St Dr NW, Hickory, NC 28601
Silly Strings
As part of our Music For All after-school programming, Silly Strings is a violin program designed to introduce young children to the joy of music through fun, interactive, and engaging group instruction. By making violin education accessible for all, the program helps students develop foundational musical skills while building confidence, creativity, discipline, and teamwork.
Ages: 9-16
Date(s): September 9, 16, 23, 30 - October 7, 14, 21, 28 - November 4, 11, 18 - December 2
Time: 4:30-5:30 PM
Place: Hickory Music Factory, 1515 12th St Dr NW, Hickory, NC 28601
Drum Circle
Drum Circles create opportunities for people of all ages and backgrounds to connect through the universal language of rhythm. Designed to be welcoming and accessible, these interactive gatherings require no prior musical experience and encourage participation, self-expression, and collaboration. Drum circles foster creativity, reduce stress, promote emotional well-being, and strengthen community connections while demonstrating that everyone has the ability to make music and belong.
Ages: All Ages
Date(s): October 8
Time: 7 PM
Place: Sails on the Square, 238 Union Square, Hickory, NC 28601