Shaped by Sound spotlights North Carolina’s thriving music scene, featuring artists from a broad range of genres, including indie rock, hip-hop, R&B, alt-country, jazz, bluegrass and folk.
The Come Hear NC Music Community program helps identify music assets within rural communities to expand their local creative economy. Visit the 11 communities currently within this program and discover sample music-centric itineraries.
The devastation that occurred in Western North Carolina from Hurricane Helene is staggering. The region is well-known for its rich cultural traditions and vibrant creative communities, and artists and arts organizations are among those that have suffered enormous losses.
We are dedicated to celebrating our rich musical heritage, driving economic growth through music, and positioning North Carolina as a leader in the creative economy.