Bringing the Fountains of Musica to Life.
Join us on the journey to transform one of Nashville’s most recognizable landmarks into a dynamic civic centerpiece of international renown, celebrating creativity, inspiring community connection and cultural pride.
Vision
A Vision for Nashville’s Future
The Fountains of Musica Foundation is completing Alan LeQuire’s original vision for the Musica sculpture, bringing it to life with the addition of breathtaking fountains designed by WET, an internationally acclaimed water feature design firm. The Fountains will celebrate Nashville’s cultural identity, enrich civic spaces and create a visual icon for our city.
Photo credit: Dean Dixon
Located in the Heart of Midtown
The Musica statue, created by renowned sculptor Alan LeQuire in 2003, stands as one of the largest bronze figure groups in the world. Located at the gateway to Music Row, it features nine diverse dancing figures, symbolizing the universal language of music and Nashville’s rich cultural heritage. More than just a tribute to the city’s musical roots, Musica represents the creative spirit that has shaped Nashville’s identity, standing at the intersection of our music, business, arts, and academic communities.
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Elevating where Art, Music, and Community Converge
By transforming the area into a welcoming public space, the project will provide a gathering place for locals and visitors alike, fostering connection and creativity. This bold addition to Music Row will serve as a lasting symbol of Nashville’s artistic spirit, inspiring the community and reinforcing the city’s reputation as a hub for innovation and culture.
“The theme is music, but Musica represents artistic creativity itself. An artistic idea often seems to miraculously and spontaneously burst forth. This is what happens in the sculpture and its fountains, and the title Musica suggests this, since it refers to all the “arts of the muses.”
— SCULPTOR, ALAN LEQUIRE
Project Features
The Fountains of Musica will cultivate Midtown into a vibrant civic hub, creating an inviting space where locals and visitors can gather, connect, and celebrate.
By reimagining the area with dynamic fountains, enhanced green spaces, and artistic beauty, the project will turn this landmark into a true public destination. It will serve as a unifying centerpiece that reflects Nashville’s creative spirit while fostering community pride and connection.
Central Fountain
A spectacular water display around the Musica sculpture, with jets soaring over 60 feet into the air, illuminated by a kaleidoscope of lights.
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Owen Bradley Park Fountain
A serene, mist-filled oasis surrounded by green spaces and seating.
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Division Street Cascade
A flowing water feature down Division Street, symbolizing Nashville’s continuous flow of creativity.
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Where Art Meets Innovation
WET Design, Fountain Designers
WET, the world’s premier water feature design team, is acclaimed for creating some of the most iconic fountains on the planet. From the breathtaking Bellagio fountain in Las Vegas to the awe-inspiring Rain Vortex at Jewel Changi Airport in Singapore and the record-breaking Dubai Fountain, their work has transformed public spaces into global landmarks.
Now, WET is bringing their unmatched expertise and visionary creativity to Nashville, collaborating on the Fountains of Musica project. This partnership is a monumental opportunity to elevate Music Row into an international destination, blending artistry and innovation to create a centerpiece that celebrates the heart and soul of our city.
Alan LeQuire, Sculptor
Renowned sculptor Alan LeQuire created Musica, one of the largest bronze figure groups in the world, as a tribute to Nashville’s rich artistic heritage. With a career spanning public masterpieces like the Athena Parthenos, his work embodies creativity, community, and timeless beauty.
