 June is the month all New Yorkers celebrate music, and this year New York is celebrating with even more events, concerts, and industry workshops. The Mayor's Office of Media and Entertainment is teaming up with NYC Parks again to bring a special series of free concerts to the Bronx and Queens. You'll find a variety of music genres from salsa and Caribbean to gospel and hip-hop. On June 21st, Kids Rock for Kids is presenting a concert at the Old Stone House in Brooklyn. Eight incredible team bands from New York City and Long Island will rock Brooklyn. Or make your way to the iconic Bitter End on Bleaker Street, June 29th. Join the hang for an evening of shared songs, stories, and advice for the next generation of music professionals. For industry professionals, New York Music Month offers some special initiatives. The Immigration and Music Initiative gives musicians the opportunity to connect and learn with three masterclasses by Sonic Records. It's an opportunity to continue an important conversation about the significant impact of immigrants on the music industry. With the introduction of AI technologies into the music business, professionals are rethinking the concepts of ownership and the creative process. Join mortar and music for an in-depth discussion of this new landscape. Or come to Brooklyn for a series of live podcast tapings called How to Build a Sustainable Music Career. For you professionals looking to stay virtual, the popular 300U series by 300 Entertainment is back with a whole new set of virtual interviews, concerts, and performances including Ja Ja Couture, Miles Supreme, and Narsie. Or join downtown's music webinar series covering everything from marketing to royalties. In order to provide free rehearsal space in June, the Mayor's Office of Media and Entertainment has expanded its partnerships with rehearsal studios in all five boroughs. For all of these events and more, go to nymusicmonth.nyc. And get ready to celebrate music.