Levine’s Turning 50!
Join us throughout calendar year 2026 as we celebrate five decades of music-making and look ahead to the future. Since 1976, Levine Music has fostered artistic growth, supported creative exploration, and built a welcoming, connected community across the Washington, DC region.
Anniversary Events
Celebrate with us throughout 2026!
Join us at these special events throughout our anniversary year and stay tuned for additional events at all our campuses.
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Birthday Bash
Save the date to join us for music and family activities celebrating our 50th birthday!
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Levine Presents | 50th Anniversary Finale
Join us for the finale of our 50th Anniversary celebrations at a special Levine Presents performance and reception.
Share Your Levine Story
Your Voice is Part of Our Story
Have you studied, taught, or performed at Levine? Whether you took your first lesson in 1976 or participated in our most recent Performance Week, your story is a meaningful part of Levine’s history.
We invite all alumni, parents, faculty, and friends to record and submit a short video telling us about your favorite Levine memory. All video stories will be preserved as part of our digital archive, and select stories may make it onto Levine’s social media or parts of the anniversary celebrations!
50th Anniversary Scrapbook
Explore our 50th Anniversary Scrapbook
Our 50th Anniversary Scrapbook is available for viewing! This interactive digital exhibit brings Levine’s history to life through a dynamic timeline of pivotal moments from 1976 to today. Visitors can explore the Scrapbook on a large interactive touchscreen display by watching video clips, viewing photos, and reading stories from Levine’s past and present.
Over the course of the year, the digital exhibit will travel to each of our campuses, giving our entire community the opportunity to explore and celebrate Levine’s journey.
The exhibit is currently on view at:
- DC Campus: NW (in the cafe)
- MD Campus: Strathmore (outside of 309)
Next up:
- DC Campus: THEARC
Our Journey Through the Years
From our First Note: 50 Years of Levine
From our beginnings in a DC church to becoming a leader in community-centered music education, Levine’s story is one of passion, dedication, and growth. Discover the people, programs, and partnerships that have shaped our journey and continue to guide our future.
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