The former home of Otto Nicolai (1810 - 49), founder of the Vienna Philharmonic orchestra, now houses the Haus der Musik museum, which opened in 2000.
The museum, is dedicated to the presentation of music and sound. It is spread over several floors with various exhibits including the history of the Vienna Philharmonic Orchestra; a floor dedicated to composers connected with Vienna; Mozart, Beethoven etc. Plus some fun interactive exhibits including The “Virtual Composer”, where you can pick up a virtual baton to conduct the Vienna Philharmonic Orchestra! Also, ’the Waltz Dice Game’’ where you compose your own waltz using a dice.
Address
Seilerstätte 30
A-1010, Vienna
Tel. ++43-1-516 48
Email: info@hdm.at
Opening Times & Prices
10:00 - 22:00
How to Get There
U-Bahn U1, U2, U4 Karlsplatz
External Links
Haus Der Musik Official Web Site (In German)
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