Special thanks to the NC Music Office ncmusicoffice comehearnc ncculture for being a sponsor of Confluence 2025 and taking part in our Exploring the Growth of Music Economies panel!   In the panel, our partners at the NC Music Office shared insights on how cities and states are supporting the growth of music ecosystems across the country through various public policy initiatives.   Learn about the Come Hear NC Music Community program that prepares local governments to identify music assets within their local economy and be sure to visit ncmusicoffice.com to explore sample itineraries and playlists for the communities included in the program. Thanks to the North Carolina Arts Council ncartscouncil for supporting! The North Carolina Arts Council delivers resources to arts organizations and artists to support projects and programs of public value that revitalize downtowns.   Image: Nest of Singing Birds (nestofsingingbirds), NCMO Ambassadors and ballad singers from Marshall, NC.   Learn ...