MUSIC IN MOTION

Nashville’s story has always been connected with water. The Cumberland River, flows through downtown Nashville, shaping our geography, commerce, neighborhoods and culture. Like the waters, abundant creativity runs throughout Music City.

Musica was conceived by Nashville sculptor Alan LeQuire to celebrate the city’s mix of art and creative energy. The work represents the moment of vibrant inspiration—nine dancing figures are tilted outward as if bursting from the earth. It was originally commissioned to be part of an iconic fountain, but the design and layout for the entire Buddy Killen Circle where Musica resides has shifted over the years.

As Nashville has grown, expanded public green space, access to park settings, and safety on the Circle have emerged as much needed priorities for future development. WET Design was ultimately chosen to complete the fountains for Musica because their design goes well beyond the initial concept to include expanded green space, new seating areas, three separate purpose-built fountains and increased safety on Buddy Killen Circle. The completed Circle will offer a classic public plaza and an immersive experience, where locals and visitors alike can connect around the transformational powers of water and art.

ART, MUSIC & COMMUNITY

Fountains of Musica will transform the area into a beautiful, welcoming public space—a gathering place that fosters connections and community. This bold addition to Music Row will serve as a lasting symbol of Nashville’s artistic spirit and reinforce the city’s reputation as a hub for innovation and culture. Fountains of Musica will be a legacy for those who inherit this city and a signal of what we value as a community.