House of music

Opened in , the museum is designed to foster an understanding of music in both kids and adults.

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The museum uses tactile and scientific exhibits to evoke the emotion and experience of music and explain fundamental buildings blocks. You can compose your own waltz and play with pitch, sounds, and musical instruments. The museum also houses the historic archives of the Vienna Philharmonic Orchestra. This is certainly one of the most popular areas of the museum.

It consists of a set of steps, much like a traditional staircase. However, each step is equipped with sensors and sound-producing mechanisms. As visitors step on them, they trigger musical notes or sounds. Each step corresponds to a specific musical note or sound effect. You can can use the staircase to create your own melodies or just play with sound effects by walking up and down the steps.

The first floor has a detailed exhibit about the famous Vienna Philharmonic Orchestra and its concerts in the Golden Hall.