GLOBAL Z SUCCESSFULLY COMPLETED OUR FIRST COMMUNITY-BUILDING MUSIC PERFORMANCE EVENT FOR FREDERICK, MD!
The Global Z Recording Project recently hosted a fun musical performance event for all ages! The Frederick community participated in the singing/performance of 12 songs at the Carroll Creek Amphitheater on Sunday, May 25th, 7:00pm. Participants were led through the performance by local young musicians The Milk Mountain Band.
EVENT DOCUMENTARY
A documentary-style narrated slideshow of the project is available for public viewing.
2026 EVENT DETAILS & FAQ
- WHEN (pending) – Saturday, May 23, 7:30pm – Rain date Sunday, May 24, 7:30pm
- WHERE – Carroll Creek Park Amphitheater, Frederick, MD (between South Market Street and South Carroll Street) – the amphitheater has natural stone/earth seating available but you may bring a portable chair if you wish
- HOW – A ‘SuperGroup’ of talented, young, local musicians will lead participants through the performance of 12 popular songs
- Registrants were provided with song chord charts and lyrics in advance to allow participants time to practice the songs before the event
- During the event, the chord charts and lyrics were projected by laser projector onto a 135″ projector screen so participants may follow along as we perform the songs!
- WHO – IT DOESN’T MATTER HOW TALENTED YOU ARE! Anyone of any age who likes to sing, play an acoustic stringed or brass instrument is welcome to JOIN IN THE FUN ! (participants under the age of 14 are required to be accompanied by an adult)
- COST – The event is free, however, as this is our annual fundraiser, we request donations from those who are in a position to donate
- REQUIREMENTS – Musical participants who registered in advance were eligible for extra perks. Walk-on performers are welcome! No pre-registration for audience members is necessary.
- ARE THE 2026 DATES CONFIRMED? – We have submitted our request for use of this space and are awaiting final confirmation. Keep an eye out on our webpage and social media sites for more updates and news! Our next event promises to be better than ever!
HOW DO I BECOME A SPONSOR?
If you are interested in sponsoring our 2026 Carroll Creek Unplugged event, please reach out to our Executive Director, Dr. Bill Lord.
DO YOU NEED ANY VOLUNTEERS?
ABSOLUTELY! A project like this has a lot of moving parts – we have a considerable need for volunteers. If you would like to sign up for our 2026 event please reach out to our Executive Director, Dr. Bill Lord.
SEE YOU AT THE CREEK IN 2026!
A HUGE NOD OF THANKS TO OUR SPONSORS
Ausherman Family Foundation
Delaplaine Foundation
Downtown Frederick Partnership
DreamHost
Frederick Arts Council
Frederick County
KMC Music
Jasmine Guitars
Maryland State Arts Council
Sweetwater Sound
MORE THANKS TO OUR VOLUNTEER SUBJECT MATTER EXPERTS
Alex Floor
Dylan Zingg
Ed Kizer
James Connell
Jonathan Kurtz
Lucy Cavanaugh
Meghan Skelton
Michael Ungar