Open Mic Night at Spreading the Music at Spreading the Music – New Orleans, LA

Open Mic Night is an inclusive and vibrant evening where aspiring musicians, local and traveling bands, and poets step onto a small stage, at cozy Spreading the Music on Valence to share their original works, covers, and artistic expressions. It’s a supportive environment that encourages creativity and self-expression.

The audience, a mix of fellow artists and enthusiasts, listens attentively, applauds, and often snaps fingers in appreciation. It’s a place where emerging talents can gain confidence and seasoned artists can test new material.

Our Open Mics have a laid-back atmosphere, no cover charge, and are accessible to all! Whether you’re a first-time performer or a regular on the scene, it’s a wonderful opportunity to connect with fellow artists, share your stories, and be part of a supportive creative community. So, if you’re performing or simply there to enjoy, Open Mic Night promises an evening of artistic exploration and connection.

Watch our past Open Mics!

LOGISTICS

• Signup begins at 5:30 pm inside Spreading the Music at the entrance.
• We have a large Bluetooth speaker, drumset, mic, guitar amp, keyboard amp, and bass amp available for all performers.
• Performers are called up in the order they sign up.
• Musicians are allotted 7-minute sets, though if the audience loves you, you can play longer.
• This event is open to promotions for your work are only allowed within your scope, please limit profanity to encourage inclusion.
• Personal promotions for your work are only allowed within your scope.
• 50 person capacity.
• The event will be live-streamed on Instagram @spreadingthemusicnola.
• Sign up for private lessons, group classes, rehearsal space, and collaborating at your school, church, or organization at our event.
• This event is FREE though donations are welcomed.

WHO WE ARE

Spreading the Music is a New Orleans music studio providing private music lessons, group classes, rehearsal space, and community outreach since 2016. Our mission is to embolden, support, and inspire teachers, students, musicians, and the larger community to Spread the Music to the best of their strengths and talents. We teach all ages, genres, levels, and instruments and help build existing music programs in schools and churches. We start that spark or rekindle that fire for music in a supportive and welcoming environment. Learn more about our program by visiting our website.