Music is an artistic expression that cuts across history. It has roots dating back at least 40,000 years and accompanies human beings even beyond the borders of the planet: when he became the first person to travel into space, the famous cosmonaut Yuri Gagarin took music into Earth’s orbit by singing a song by Shostakovich.
There are several places that pay tribute to music daily. Tiqets, the leading European online platform for purchasing tickets for museums and attractions, offers online tickets for some of the world’s best attractions and experiences dedicated to music.
And, to celebrate this World Music Day, the Tiqets team of experts suggests four ideas not to be missed.
All tickets for recommended attractions can be easily purchased at www.tiqets.com/pt/, being 100% digital and refundable. The company also offers 24/7 customer support in several languages, including Portuguese. Tickets for musicals, Broadway shows, operas, classical music concerts and other musical performances in various countries can also be purchased on the Tiqets platform.
Listen to fado at dusk
Talking about music in Portugal is talking about fado. This popular style considered Cultural and Intangible Heritage of Humanity by UNESCO, can be heard in the most authentic way in Fado Houses throughout the country.
In Lisbon, Mesa de Frades offers a genuine experience in the heart of Alfama, complemented by the traditional dishes served in-house. Where a chapel once stood is now an emblematic place on Lisbon’s “Rota do Fado”. To the north, in Porto, Casa do Fado na Ribeira is the perfect place to hear a performance in downtown Porto. The quality of the experience earned it the national award for ‘Best Activity’ at Tiqets’ Remarkable Venue Awards 2023. The space is located in a 19th-century cellar, which offers the perfect acoustic environment for a melancholic night of fado.
Discover a musical museum
The music is constantly evolving, but the story remains more alive than ever. Proof of this: according to Billboard, in 2016, Mozart sold more CDs than Beyoncé or Kanye.
The history of music can be discovered in several places available on the Tiqets platform. This is the case of the Casa da Música in Vienna, Austria, which offers an interactive experience in a 5000 m2 exhibition area, including the concert hall, which can also be joined by a live concert. In Belgium, at the Museum of Musical Instruments in Brussels, you can discover a collection of more than 1,000 instruments that tells the story of Western music from the end of the Middle Ages to the 19th century.
In the United Kingdom, the British Music Experience, located in Liverpool, includes interactive spaces and audiovisual experiences, as well as hologram shows and a studio where you can learn to play the guitar, drums or keyboard. The museum also contains costumes and instruments from great names in British music, such as the Beatles, David Bowie and Oasis. For fans of electronic music, Amsterdam created the first museum dedicated exclusively to the style – Our House Amsterdam tells the story of electronic music through an immersive, multi-sensory experience with diverse audiovisual resources.
Discover iconic concert halls
Bob Dylan, Elton John and even a historic joint concert by the Beatles and the Rolling Stones – the Royal Albert Hall in London is one of the most iconic concert halls in the world. Through a guided tour, it is possible to discover the space in every detail, from the main room to the Royal Box. With luck, visitors may even come across an artist rehearsing.
In Barcelona, a visit to the Palau de la Música Catalana is a journey through the history of the region. Starting with the building, a masterpiece of Art Nouveau in which the sculpture, mosaics and stained glass windows stand out. The Palace hosts cultural events, theatrical works and various musical performances, with an auditorium dedicated to orchestra concerts and recitals. The space was declared a UNESCO World Heritage Site in 1997.
Explore a city with a rhythm
And because music is not confined to closed spaces, there are several ways to explore a city through sounds and rhythms. For those passionate about classical music, the Tiqets Musical Tour of Vienna allows you to discover the city on foot, passing by 25 iconic points linked to the history of music, such as the Vienna Opera, the Beethoven statue and the House of Music. The tour includes a 4.5-hour self-guide, app, map and single-use headphones.
And why not a boat trip? In Lisbon, Tiqets suggests embarking on a trip along the Tagus, with a live musical performance, during sunset. This is a particularly inspiring way to discover another perspective of the city, in the company of a glass of wine.
Tickets for all mentioned locations can be purchased at www.tiqets.com/pt/.
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