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A guided tour with audio samples and a demonstration of one of Europe’s largest cinema and theatre organs. The Musical Instrument Museum of the State Institute for Music Research collects musical instruments associated with European art music from the 16th to the 21st century. The museum currently h

A guided tour with audio samples and a demonstration of one of Europe’s largest cinema and theatre organs. The Musical Instrument Museum of the State Institute for Music Research collects musical instruments associated with European art music from the 16th to the 21st century. The museum currently h

A guided tour with audio samples and a demonstration of one of Europe’s largest cinema and theatre organs. The Musical Instrument Museum of the State Institute for Music Research collects musical instruments associated with European art music from the 16th to the 21st century. The museum currently h

Find your perfect party instrument! Hands-on tour for families and children With June Telletxea Which instrument guarantees a successful party? Together we’ll go on a discovery tour of the museum. The instrument should be loud, easy to carry, simple to play – and above all, spread good cheer. Along

Democratic musical traditions and musical instruments: the USA in the collection of the State Institute for Music Research. Guided tour and workshop Glass harmonica invented by Benjamin Franklin, MIM Cat. No. 812, photo: Anne-Katrin Breitenborn In 2026, the USA will celebrate the 250th anniversary o

Due to renovation work, the SIMPK Musical Instrument Museum will be temporarily changing its opening hours from 18 May 2026. Due to renovation work, the Musical Instrument Museum of the State Institute for Music Research will temporarily change its opening hours from 18 May 2026. From Wednesday to F

Guided tours, concerts, a look behind the scenes, silent movie, midnight tango Program at the Museum of Musical Instruments 6:00 pm for families and children Family Ties Discover and try out instruments with museum guide Jörg Joachim Riehle Duration: 45 minutes 7:00, 7.45, and 8.30 pm Sound Spaces a

How is sound created from air? Hands-on guided tour for families and children When we hear a sound, air moves – just like waves in water. Imagine blowing into a flute or singing: when you do this, you set the air in motion. This air begins to vibrate. The vibrations travel through the air until they

"Berlin Secrets" is the motto of the Long Night 2024. We uncover the secrets of famous instruments and their makers and open the doors to hidden spaces. Exhibitions Low Brass. A Brief History of Low Brass Instruments more Instrument Making in Two German Republics. Spotlight Exhibition on the 75th An

A tandem guided tour through the world of the harmonium, focusing on the connection between sound, history and physical practice The harmonium was developed in Europe in the 19th century and quickly found its place in churches and salons. During the colonial era, it made its way to India, where it w