Musée de la musique
Musée de la musique, Musical instrument museum in Pont-de-Flandre, France
Description
The Musée de la Musique houses over 7,000 instruments displayed across multiple exhibition spaces within the Cité de la Musique complex in Paris. The collections are organized by themes, where you can see how instruments have evolved over time and explore the incredible diversity of sounds and shapes from around the world.
History
The collection began in 1864 when the state acquired the musical instrument holdings of Louis Clapisson and gradually grew into a major museum. In 1995 it became part of the newly built Cité de la Musique complex, which allowed it to expand and welcome visitors in a modern setting.
Culture
The collection brings together instruments from many different cultures and musical traditions, showing how people everywhere create and share music. Walking through the rooms, you encounter African drums beside Asian stringed instruments beside European pianos, revealing music as something that connects all people.
Practical
The museum provides audio guides in many languages to help you understand what you see, and the entire building is accessible for people using wheelchairs. Visitors under 26 years old benefit from reduced admission prices, making it easier for younger people to visit.
Did you know?
Musicians perform weekly demonstrations using historical instruments from the collection, playing pieces that showcase the authentic sounds of different musical periods. These live performances let you hear how instruments actually sound rather than just viewing them silently in display cases.
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