Music as social practice

Music as a social practice refers to the idea that music is more than just individual sound or entertainment—it is deeply connected to social interactions, cultural identity, and community life. It involves shared experiences like concerts, dance, rituals, and collective creation that bring people together. Music shapes and reflects social norms, values, and relationships, acting as a way for communities to communicate, celebrate, or express collective identity. In this view, music is a dynamic process shaped by and shaping the social contexts in which it occurs, making it an integral part of human social life.