New York Music Month 2022 Unveils Full Schedule of Interviews, Workshops, Songwriting Camps and More

variety.com:

Jem Aswad Senior Music EditorThe New York City Mayor’s Office of Media and Entertainment has announced the full slate of programming for the fifth annual New York Music Month, to run throughout the month of June 2022 in New York City.This year’s NYMM will feature a combination of in-person and virtual programming, with more than 20 events, including an all-day industry conference on the future of NYC’s music industry, skill-building workshops, free rehearsal space, songwriting camp, and showcases of emerging NYC artists.

This month-long series aims to support songwriters, established musicians, emerging artists, and NYC’s entire musical community, many of whom were severely impacted by the pandemic.

Information on all events can be found at NYMusicMonth.nyc. Signature components of NYMM include:In-person events include:  Virtual Events Include: The full list of events and activities for NYMM 2022 is available at NYMusicMonth.NYC.The 2021 iteration of New York Music Month, dubbed New York Music Month Extended Play, ran from January through June of 2021, and featured 77 total events.

With predominantly virtual programming, consisting of performances, talks and resources for both adults and younger viewers, over 1 million people participated/engaged with content, and succeeded in providing artists and fans alike with opportunities to enjoy NYC’s music industry during the pandemic.“Music has been, and will always be, part of our city’s rich multicultural heritage, serving to bring us together in the best and worst of times,” said New York City Mayor Eric Adams. “It has acted as a lifeline for us all during the pandemic and now, it is time for New York Music Month to return in-person.