European Music Museums: Interactive Spaces for Musical Education

Music museums are essential for preserving and sharing musical heritage. This article investigates whether these museums are using modern teaching and learning strategies with new technology. By studying 27 European music museums through website reviews, questionnaires, and on-site observations, the research shows that most museums rely on traditional exhibitions. A lack of diversity in the presented sound heritage, especially oral musical heritage, and limitations in educational aspects were noted. However, many museums use interactive modules to engage visitors. Overall, music museums tend to maintain a traditional approach, highlighting the need for updated sound technology and an interdisciplinary method to manage musical heritage. Adapting to cultural evolution and leveraging educational opportunities are crucial for these museums to remain relevant in a constantly changing society. Critical museology could be the key to achieving this adaptation.