The Soundtrack of McNairy 

​​McNairy County is proud of its deep musical roots, and AiM's Music Committee continues to sponsor or cosponsor a number of contemporary music programs for the public.

Live! at the Latta is an ongoing effort to offer a wide variety of musical performances in all genres on the Latta stage. Both regional and touring acts are featured along with the occasional open jam session for local musicians. Check out AiM's social media for dates and showtimes. 

First Friday Music at the Mural are regular downtown Selmer events featuring live music sponsored by various community partners including the McNairy County Chamber of Commerce, local businesses, and the City of Selmer. Shows are typically staged at Rockabilly Park or the Selmer Farmers Market, and Arts in McNairy offers financial support for these popular performances.   

Glorious Roots Music is engrained in McNairy County's DNA, and AiM's Music and Folklife Committees occasionally partner for awareness programs. Bluegrass, old-time, and blues concerts at the Latta, induction ceremonies for the McNairy County Music Hall of Fame, and ongoing efforts to preserve and promote the region's music heritage are central to AiM's mission

The Rockabilly Highway Revival first began when AiM commissioned Rockabilly Highway Mural I, by Brian Tull. What began as a dedication ceremony for the mural, has become a full-fledged cultural festival sponsored by the McNairy County Chamber of Commerce.  AiM hosts the McNairy County Music Hall of Fame inductions and tribute concert on the eve of the festivities.  Rockabilly Highway Revival is the largest music event on the local calendar with live music on multiple stages, a car show, and all types of vendors and food trucks. The celebration of local music heritage attracts thousands of visitors to downtown Selmer, the second weekend in June.  

String Lessons are offered free of charge to area youth, in conjunction with The Jackson Symphony Orchestra. The Latta is a Jackson Symphony Regional Music Center, increasing access to high-quality music education and performance opportunities for students grades 1-12. Classes meet weekly, and seasoned students are offered the opportunity to perform as part of a large Music Academy orchestra three times each season. Learn more at The Jackson Symphony website.  
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Community Band and Chorus offers opportunities for local musicians and vocalists to participate in a concert band and community choir. This was a highly successful program from 2006-12, staging a popular spring/summer and Christmas concert each year. While these programs are currently on hiatus, AiM remains open to reviving them when new band and chorus directors emerge.