An Evening of Musical Gifts

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Musical Gifts 2026

A Giving Tuesday Benefit Concert and Tree Lighting Experience

National Museum of African American Music

Doors 6:00 PM | Show 6:30 PM – 8:00 PM

Celebrate the season of giving with Nashville’s largest Giving Tuesday celebration! The National Museum of African American Music welcomes our Nashville community back for the forth annual Musical Gifts Benefit Concert & Tree Lighting Celebration – a special evening where music, community, and generosity come together to support the museum’s mission to preserve and celebrate the legacy of African American music.

This year’s Musical Gifts will feature special musical tributes honoring the legendary artists, innovators, and cultural trailblazers whose contributions are celebrated throughout NMAAM’s galleries, including:

Wade in the Water:

Richard Smallwood tribute performance by the Olive Branch Church Choir

Crossroads:

Dolly Parton tribute performance by Julie Williams

A Love Supreme :

Cassandra Wilson tribute performance by The Crystal Miller Band

One Nation Under a Groove:

D’Angelo tribute performance by Soul Purpose

The Message:

Tay Keith tribute performance by Tim Gent

Join us as we pay homage to the sounds, stories, and artists who have shaped generations of music.

Come celebrate the music. Honor the legacy. Give the gift of preserving Black Music.

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$100,000 – 2026 Giving Tuesday Goal

Your generosity funds music education for Nashville students. Last year, NMAAM put music education in front of more than 25,000 students and educators across Metro Nashville. Every new gift is matched dollar for dollar by the NMAAM Board of Directors, up to $50,000, through December 31. Your $25 becomes $50. Your $350 becomes $700.

100% of Your Donation Supports Our Mission

Every contribution directly funds NMAAM’s education programs, community initiatives, and our work to preserve and celebrate the central role African Americans have played in shaping American music. Last year, Musical Gifts raised over $100,000, making it possible for thousands of students to experience our museum and programs.

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From National Museum of African American Music