Sheet Music, Stories & a Song You’ll Love
May is in full swing, and we’re celebrating with new sheet music, free downloads, graduation favorites, and a fresh roundup of music news that caught our eye this week. Whether you're performing at a ceremony, discovering new artists, or simply enjoying the season’s sounds, Musicnotes is here to help you stay inspired and in tune.
🎓 Celebrate the Class of 2025
Graduation season is here, and we’ve got everything you need to mark the moment in music.
🎵 Browse graduation sheet music for ceremonies, recitals, and celebrations.
🎁 Need a last-minute gift? Send a Musicnotes gift card—perfect for any music-loving grad.
📱 Have You Downloaded the Musicnotes App?
Take your sheet music library wherever you go! Practice, perform, and play with ease using the Musicnotes app, available on iOS, Android, Mac and Windows.
🌹 May’s Free Song of the Month: Honeysuckle Rose
Our gift to you this month is the timeless jazz classic “Honeysuckle Rose.” Download your free copy and add a little swing to your spring.
🌎 What We’re Reading: Music, Culture & Discovery
A maestro returns: Myung-Whun Chung is back at La Scala—and so is the conversation about legacy, artistry, and timing. Read more via NYT.
2025 ACM Awards recap: From powerhouse performances to big wins, here’s what went down at country music’s biggest night. Full story via AP.
Why we’re drawn to music festivals: A cultural deep dive into the joy, community, and chaos of live music gatherings. Explore via Outside.
Janet Jackson to receive 2025 AMA Icon Award: The legend is back and ready to perform. Details via Billboard.
Remembering Johnny Rodriguez: A trailblazer in Tejano and country music has passed. Obituary via NYT.
Barbara Hannigan interprets Hildegard von Bingen: A stunning new recording blends medieval mysticism with modern brilliance. Review via NPR.
🎵 Keep playing, keep discovering, and keep the music alive—see you next week.
— The Musicnotes Team