October 1 marks the sixth annual celebration of Polish Music Day. This social campaign aims to promote Polish music and increase public awareness of its cultural and economic significance. Organizers and media partners encourage citizens to support local artists by listening to more Polish music, purchasing records, and attending concerts.
Polish Music Day Honors Local Creators as Sales Surge and Global Influence Grows
This year, Miłosz Bembinow, President of the Society of Authors ZAiKS, highlighted the event’s significance: “Polish Music Day is a celebration of composers and lyricists. They create the songs that accompany us through life, in moments of joy and emotion. We’re proud to support this event, which acknowledges the hard work of these creators.”
Poles’ love for local music continues to grow. In the first half of this year, sales of Polish CDs and vinyl increased by over 74% compared to the same period last year. This surge is reflected in the global music market, where Poland has advanced from the 22nd to the 18th position within five years, with further growth expected.
“Music Unites Everyone”: Polish Music Day Drives Market Growth and Celebrates Music’s Unifying Power
Anna Ceynowa, President of the Empower Poland Foundation and organizer of the campaign, noted, “We’re thrilled that the Polish Music Day initiative, which encourages people to listen to and purchase more Polish music, contributes to the ongoing improvement of our music market.”
The campaign emphasizes collaboration, under the motto: “Music Unites Everyone.” This year, the unifying power of music is especially poignant, with organizers recalling how artists recorded “My and Your Hope” in 1997 to bring comfort to those affected by natural disasters.
Polish Music Day Expands to Film, Literature, and More with Nationwide Events and Industry Conferences
The celebration also extends to other creative industries, including film, literature, video games, and visual arts. Special events will take place in cities across Poland, featuring concerts, movie screenings, and promotions in music stores. Over 100 radio stations and TV channels will dedicate airtime to Polish music on October 1, with a symbolic hour of exclusively Polish songs from 10:00 to 11:00 AM.
Streaming platforms like Spotify, TIDAL, and YouTube Music will also join the celebration, offering special playlists of Polish music. Additionally, conferences will be held on September 30 and October 1, focusing on the development of Poland’s music industry, with discussions on market trends, promotion strategies, and financial support for artists.
Organizers invite everyone to join in celebrating the rich diversity and growing success of Polish music. For more details, visit the official website: Dzień Polskiej Muzyki.