Musical Instrument Museum
Musical Instrument Museum, Musical instrument museum in Phoenix, United States.
Description
The Musical Instrument Museum is a museum for musical instruments in Phoenix, Arizona. It houses more than 15,000 instruments and associated objects from nearly 200 countries and territories worldwide.
History
The building opened its doors in 2010 following an initiative by the former CEO of Target Corporation. The vision was to create a center that makes musical traditions from around the world accessible.
Culture
The Geographic Galleries show musicians from their home regions in video recordings, so visitors can see how the instruments were originally played. This presentation connects object and living performance in a way that deepens understanding of musical traditions.
Practical
Visitors receive wireless headphones that automatically play audio when approaching video screens in the galleries. This allows for a personal musical experience as you move through the exhibition at your own pace.
Did you know?
The Experience Gallery invites guests to try out instruments from different cultures themselves, including drums, guitars, and gongs. This interactive area allows you to discover the physical way of playing and make a direct connection to the music.
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