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
Dave McGrew – Somewhere Between Truth & Sanity OUT May 26th!
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Etta Baker statue to be unveiled on Thursday
By: JUSTIN EPLEY May 22, 2017 On Thursday, one of Morganton’s most...
Tour Schedule
Freight Train Blues: Alabama Slim & Little Freddie King
at the Carrboro Town Commons in Carrboro, NC
Time: 6:30 pm Price: FREE
The Mix Up All-star Revue
at the The Bullpen in Durham, NC
Time: 8:30 pm Price: FREE
Alabama Slim
at the The Bullpen in Durham, NC
Time: 8:30 pm Price: FREE
Deep Roots Community Concert feat. Music Maker Blues Revue
at the Delta Arts Center in Winston-Salem, NC
Time: 6:00 pm Price: FREE
Freight Train Blues: Music Maker Blues Revue feat. Albert White, Lil’ Joe & Thomas Rhyant
at the Carrboro Town Commons (Farmers' Market) in Carrboro, NC
Time: 6:30 pm Price: FREE
ZooCrü
at the The Bullpen in Durham, NC
Time: 8:30 pm Price: FREE
Music Maker Blues Revue: Albert White & Eddie Tigner
at the The Bullpen in Durham, NC
Time: 8:30 pm Price: FREE
The Como Mamas
at the Chicago Blues Festival in Chicago, IL
Time: 12:00 pm Price: FREE
Freight Train Blues: Lightnin’ Well & the Glorifying Vines Sisters
at the Carrboro Town Commons in Carrboro, NC
Time: 6:30 pm Price: FREE
The Glorifying Vines Sisters
at the The Bullpen in Durham, NC
Time: 8:30 pm Price: FREE
Matt Walsh
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
Thomas Rhyant’s Sam Cooke Revue
at the The Bullpen in Durham, NC
Time: 8:30 pm Price: 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
