Play Taps Anywhere!
Memorial Day at 3 pm
Only 1 minute of time
This community event is for everyone! The goal is to have as many people as possible play taps at the same time on Memorial Day to honor the service of our veterans.
Use your voice, a musical instrument or even your phone to play taps. Play at home or public spaces such as city hall, veterans memorials, city hall, parks, national guard armories, and cemeteries.
Participation Is Super Easy
Step 1:
Mark Your Calendar
Mark your calendar for 3 pm on Memorial Day. The goal is to have everyone playing Taps at the same time.
Step 2:
Decide on a Location
Determine a location that works for you. Will it be at your house or at a public spot?
Step 3:
Invite Your Friends
Spread the word. Ask your family, neighbors and friends to join you.
Ways to Play Taps
- Your voice. Did you know there are lyrics?
For a copy of sheet music from Music for Music Teachers, click here.
- A musical instrument
Doesn’t have to be a trumpet or a bugle. A kazoo would work!
- A recording from your cell phone
Play this YouTube video or this audio file or find your own.
Video of Taps
Audio of Taps
Where Will You Play?
- Backyard
- City Hall
- Local Park
- National Guard Armory
- Local Cemetery
- School Playground