Preserving the soul of America’s Music
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OUR MISSION
The Music Maker Relief Foundation, a 501c3 non-profit, was founded to preserve the musical traditions of the South by directly supporting the musicians who make it, ensuring their voices will not be silenced by poverty and time.
Music Maker will give future generations access to their heritage through documentation and performance programs that build knowledge and appreciation of America’s musical traditions.
PROGRAMS
CULTURAL ACCESS
Live Performances + Exhibitions + Documentation + Education
MUSICAL DEVELOPMENT
A&R + Instruments + Tour Support + Promotion
MUSICIAN SUSTENANCE
Emergency Aid + Monthly Stipends + Social Services
What We’ve Accomplished
Musician Grants
Performances
Songs Released
Artists Supported
HEAR THE MUSIC MAKERS
“We are the Music Makers” showcases the work we’ve done over our 20-year history. From the most ardent music lover to newcomers to the MMRF mission, this 2-cd album has something for everyone.
Blog
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Tour Schedule
Che Apalache
at the The Bullpen in Durham, NC
Time: 8:30 pm Price: FREE
ZOOCRÜ
at the The Bullpen in Durham, NC
Time: 8:30 pm Price: FREE
Ben de la Cour
at the The Bullpen in Durham, NC
Time: 8:30 pm Price: FREE
Gospel Night: The Glorifying Vines Sisters
at the The Bullpen in Durham, NC
Time: 8:30 pm Price: FREE
The Buckstankle Boys
at the The Bullpen in Durham, NC
Time: 8:30 pm Price: FREE
Thomas Rhyant’s Sam Cooke Soul Revue
at the The Bullpen in Durham, NC
Time: 8:30 pm Price: FREE
Chris Watts
at the The Bullpen in Durham, NC
Time: 8:30 pm Price: FREE
Levitt AMP Hattiesburg Music Series: The Como Mamas
at the Chain Park in Hattiesburg, MS
Time: 7:00 pm Price: FREE
Alexa Rose
at the The Bullpen in Durham, NC
Time: 8:30 pm Price: FREE
Pat “Mother Blues” Cohen
at the The Bullpen in Durham, NC
Time: 8:30 pm Price: FREE
Abe Reid & The Spikedrivers
at the The Bullpen in Durham, NC
Time: 8:30 pm Price: FREE
Live Band Karaoke with Bob Stephens
at the The Bullpen in Durham, NC
Time: 5:30 pm Price: FREE
Regina Folk Festival: The Como Mamas
at the Regina Folk Festival in Regina, Saskatchewan
Time: 7:00 am Price: $65
Tim and Susan Wells
at the The Bullpen in Durham, NC
Time: 7:00 pm Price: FREE
Isaac Smith
at the The Bullpen in Durham, NC
Time: 7:00 pm Price: FREE
Harvey Dalton Arnold
at the The Bullpen in Durham, NC
Time: 8:30 pm Price: FREE
ZOOCRÜ
at the The Bullpen in Durham, NC
Time: 8:30 pm Price: FREE
Woolly’s Big Blues Jam
at the The Bullpen in Durham, NC
Time: 5:30 pm Price: FREE
Skyler Drew Foust
at the The Bullpen in Durham, NC
Time: 8:30 pm Price: FREE
The Petty Thieves
at the The Bullpen in Durham, NC
Time: 8:30 pm Price: FREE
Pat “Mother Blues” Cohen
at the The Bullpen in Durham, NC
Time: 8:30 pm Price: FREE
NC Stars in the Round: Big Ron Hunter
at the Shakori Hills in Pittsboro, NC
Time: Price: $12 in advance / $17 at gate (kids 12 and under free)
Thomas Rhyant’s Sam Cooke Soul Revue
at the The Bullpen in Durham, NC
Time: 8:30 pm Price: FREE
Ashley Heath
at the The Bullpen in Durham, NC
Time: 7:00 pm Price: FREE
Ben Payton
at the The Bullpen in Durham, NC
Time: 7:00 pm Price: FREE
Stephenson Memorial Concert: The Como Mamas
at the Berea College in Berea, KY
Time: Price: FREE
The Como Mamas: Crescent City Blues & BBQ Festival
at the Lafayette Square Park in New Orleans, LA 70116
Time: Price: FREE
The Como Mamas: Monk@100
at the Durham Fruit & Produce Company in Durham, NC
Time: 7:00 pm Price: $10 (Duke Students)/$25
SHOP MUSIC MAKER
Captain Luke T-Shirt
$20.00
Etta Baker – Railroad Bill 12” Vinyl
$18.00
Ironing Board Sam: Super Spirit
$14.00
We are the Music Makers! 2-CD Set
$15.00
Captain Luke T-Shirt
$44.00
Etta Baker – Railroad Bill 12” Vinyl
$44.00
Ironing Board Sam: Super Spirit
$44.00
We are the Music Makers! 2-CD Set
$44.00
