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
Music Maker Introduces Discovery Artist Bob Stephens
Bob Stephens is a “road warrior.” Forty-eight years of performing and countless...
The Alliance for Historic Hillsborough & Music Maker Present Picnic in the Park!
Tour Schedule
Thomas Rhyant’s Sam Cooke Soul Revue
at the The Bullpen in Durham, NC
Time: 8:30 pm Price: FREE
Americana Night: Kristen Marion / Allie Capo
at the The Bullpen in Durham, NC
Time: 7:00 pm Price: FREE
The Tan and Sober Gentlemen
at the The Bullpen in Durham, NC
Time: 7:00 pm Price: FREE
Eric Deaton (Hill Country Blues)
at the The Bullpen in Durham, NC
Time: 8:30 pm Price: FREE
Russ Varnell & His Too Country Band
at the The Bullpen in Durham, NC
Time: 8:30 pm Price: FREE
Picnic in the Park
at the Eno River Farmers Market Pavilion in Hillsborough, NC
Time: 11:00 am Price: FREE
Diane Carter Band
at the The Bullpen in Durham, NC
Time: 8:30 pm Price: FREE
Harvey Dalton Arnold
at the The Bullpen in Durham, NC
Time: 8:30 pm Price: FREE
Gringo Star
at the The Bullpen in Durham, NC
Time: 8:30 pm Price: FREE
Thelma and the Sleaze
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
Americana Night: Abe Reid & The Spikedrivers
at the The Bullpen in Durham, NC
Time: 7:00 pm Price: FREE
Gospel Night with the Glorifying Vines Sisters
at the The Bullpen in Durham, NC
Time: 7:00 pm Price: FREE
Thomas Rhyant’s Sam Cooke Soul Revue
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
The Ginger Snaps
at the The Bullpen in Durham, NC
Time: 8:30 pm Price: FREE
Kaycie Satterfield
at the The Bullpen in Durham, NC
Time: 8:30 pm Price: FREE
Pat Wilder
at the The Bullpen in Durham, NC
Time: 8:30 pm Price: FREE
David Childers
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: 7:00 pm Price: FREE
Aubrey Grant
at the The Bullpen in Durham, NC
Time: 7:00 pm Price: FREE
Harvey Dalton Arnold
at the The Bullpen in Durham, NC
Time: 7:00 pm Price: FREE
Joe Troop
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
Chris Watts
at the The Bullpen in Durham, NC
Time: 8:30 pm Price: FREE
Alexa Rose
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
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)
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
