10 Ideas for Music-Theme Party

Have you been to any orchestral or musical event inspired by some of the most popular music, performance, or events?

If you have been to music-themed events, you must have been mesmerized by the clever ideas of hanging vinyl record by the ceiling, cell shaped cookies and cake, musician themed costumes, etc.

There are many great ways to revive your themed events. You can pick a certain date such as 30s Jazz Style, 70s Rock-Theme, 2000s hip-theme, 80s Michael Jackson theme, etc.

10 best Music-Theme Event ideas

Here are ten best ideas to amplify your bland event with rather music-theme events.

Let’s Swing! 30s style

New York in the 1930s was way cool for its time. It was the time when the Gangsters were prevalent in the city. The music, fashion, food, and clothing is very much inspired by the Gangsters with their long overcoat, hat, cigar, and jewelry.

It’s also a Jazz-themed event. Authentic jazz from the great era of swing includes Duke Ellington, Glenn Miller, Benny Goodman, and singers Billie Holiday & Lester Young.

Summer of Love

Summer of Love is the ultimate Hippies theme. It started in 1967 in San Francisco. Also known as the flower generation, Hippies theme carries peace symbols, flowing drapes, tie-dye colors, and long hair.

The music for the Summer of Love theme could include The Beatles, The Doors, Led Zeppelin, etc.

Ibiza

Ibiza themed events have been around for a long time now. If you remember Venga Boy’s popular song “We’re going to Ibiza,” then you must be aware of Ibiza-theme for the events.

It’s an ultimate party theme with a typical club-style event or beach party. You can bring the decade of 80s and 90s with an Ibiza theme such as colorful dresses, laser lights, Mediterranean cocktails, etc.

The idea of this theme is to explore fun and extravagance, in clothes, music, or food.

Glam Rock

Glam Rock party-theme traces its history to the Rock Generation of the 70s. The big hair, spandex, and harsh colored lighting inspired by musicians such as David Bowie, Alice Cooper, and Freddie Mercury are the features of Glam Rock. It started in the UK in the 1970s. The Glam Rock parties then used to be attended by some of the popular artists.

It is one of the most extravagant party-theme. You can also use Disco lights and fog machines. If you aren’t for outrageous costumes, makeup, hairstyles, and platform shoes, then Glam Rock isn’t for you.

Did you know, Glam rock was a background influence for Richard O’Brien, writer of the 1973 London musical The Rocky Horror Show?

Roaring 20s

The decade of the 1920s in American saw the rise of class, style, and panache in fashion, food, and music. It also marks the early days of Jazz or big band music playing.

The 1920s is also immortalized by novels such as The Great Gatsby. The classic dinner coat with a glass of champagne in one hand is the go-to look for men. The long cocktail dress with beaded jewelry and necklaces are for women. Some of the common party clothes for women also include sleeveless, shapeless, ankle-to knee-length slip gowns accented with beading, sequins, fringe, and some feathers.

You can bring a band that plays Jazz in your themed-party. This period-theme is all about glamour and style.

Back to School

Back to School is a common theme for many different events and parties. Although the use of classrooms with chalkboards, wooden desks, and school decoration remains intact, the dressing style may differ depending on the generation.

Almost every decade in the last 70 years has its own unique style that made a mark in the music and movies. For instance, if you want a mixture of 70s with 80s, you can go with the “Back to the Future” theme. Men will love to dress up like Marty McFly or even the Doc. Women can go with the classic 70s look with a floral dress, one-piece, and such.

The Back to School look for the 2000s is slightly changed but it looks fun anyway.

Ballroom Theme

Using a popular Ballroom-theme can work wonders. The Ballroom-theme goes with any occasion, birthday, wedding reception, musical events, proms, etc.

Unlike other themes, it attracts a formal dressing style, formal dances, and elegant decorations.

The ballroom originally started in the French renaissance age. Later it was adopted into English society. Since then, it has seen many upgrades in the dance steps, dresses, music, and decorations.

If you want to go with the Ballroom theme, don’t forget to bring in the elegant chandeliers, regal coloring, and Renaissance-inspired decorations.

Disco Boogie theme

Who doesn’t love the Retro fashion and Disco Boogie music of the 80s? This is probably the funkiest theme for any event.

Wild light displays, lasers, disco ball, are disco music are the undying features of Disco Boogie Theme.

Don’t forget to rock the style of John Travolta from “Saturday Night Live,” Boney M, Bee Gees, and Tina Turner. The addition of Michael Jackson and Lionel Richie’s 80’s music will add immense flavor to your party.

Heavy Metal Theme

Yes, the heavy metal theme isn’t for everybody but it is still one of the popular go-to event themes.

The heavy metal theme is glamorized by the use of flames, industrial colors, dark and foggy atmosphere, and eccentric clothing and make-up.

If you’re a fan of Iron Maiden, Judas Priest, Black Sabbath, and Slayer, then you’ll love this theme. You can give a touch of Led Zeppelin, Doors, and Pink Floyd to your theme.

Mardi Gras Theme

Mardi Gras Theme is the ultimate party theme. Like Ibiza party theme, Mardi Gras carries a great interest among the party-goers with a touch of Carnival.

Each year thousands of people flock to Mardi Gras in New Orleans to participate in the greatest carnival of the year.

The Mardi Gras theme includes purple, gold, and green decorations. Enjoy Cajun-style rice, sausage, seafood spiced with fresh black pepper and ground cayenne.

When it comes to clothing, don’t forget to add a headwear, crown, jester hat, or masquerade mask, and yes lots and lots of beads.

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