Overview

Explore five floors of exhibitions that tell the story of music in Canada, celebrate music icons at the Canadian Halls of Fame, rock out with our interactive instrument installations and sing along in our vocal booths! Everyone is welcome to Studio Bell, home of the National Music Centre.

4.5

203 reviews

Excellent69%
Very good26%
Average3%
Poor1%
Terrible1%

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“canadian music” (44 reviews)

“musical instruments” (17 reviews)

“music lovers” (15 reviews)

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Hours

Hours Today: 10:00 - 17:00

Suggested Duration: 1-2 hours

LOCATION

850 4 Street SE | East Village, Calgary, Alberta T2G 1R1, Canada

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+1 403-543-5115

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Brenda T

153

Reviewed 2 days ago via mobile

Amazig architecture and music

This is a 5 floor beautiful museum, with Canadian’s top icons, the history of a lot of instruments. There are guitars, pianos, basses, drums, etc to play and learn. I truly recomend, it’s very interactive and pretty even though you’re not so into music.More

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Dear Brenda, Thank-you for the wonderful review. Sounds like you took in the full experience at Studiobell home of the National Music Centre. The interactive exhibits you can play and the architecture are some of my favorite parts of the museum too! Looking forward to...More

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gggray17

Calgary

17184

Reviewed 2 weeks ago

Music, Music, and more Music.

This is relatively new venue, and should not be missed. Whether you play, listen or are just curious about this beautiful building in down town Calgary, they have tours! Check out the web site to ensure you not missing any aspect of this collection. Studio...More

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Hi gggray17, Thanks for coming down to Studio Bell! We're so glad you enjoy our behind the scenes Backstage Pass Tour, and we hope you'll be back soon! We have lots of concerts throughout the summer so stay tuned! Visitor Services

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calspickman

Gloucester

14034

Reviewed 3 weeks ago

Very interesting visit.

This venue gives a great insight into the music history of Canada.Entry fee is quite reasonable.Well worth a visit.

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Thank-you for visiting us and for the rave review!

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Wadingmoose

Calgary, Canada

147150

Reviewed 14 May 2018

Extremely interesting exhibits

Really enjoyed our visit to Studio bell. Learned a lot about the history of the music industry in Canada. Great exhibits of old instruments as well as costumes from well-known entertainers.More

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Hello Wadingmoose, Thank-you for taking the time to write a review, we really appreciate it. It sounds like you had a wonderful visit of our collection that spans over 450 years of music technology! Looking forward to seeing you visit again. Keep On Rocking, Visitor...More

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MissMiriam8

Alberta, Canada

71

Reviewed 28 April 2018 via mobile

Worth it

I had the best day checking out Canadian Music history and learning about musical instruments. I took the tour which was great, very informative. I was also able to stay for the playing of the Kimble Theatre Organ- amazing, interesting instrument with a great story....More

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Hi MissMiriam8, Thank you for your review! We're so glad you were able to take in the tour and organ demonstration while visiting! Keep an eye on our website for upcoming concerts, and we hope you're able to come back soon! Visitor Services

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Daphne C

7318

Reviewed 27 April 2018 via mobile

Fantastic

Although the building does not look to interesting from the outside, it is incredible inside. Start at the top floor, the hall of fame. So many Canadian stars and such memories. It is easy to spend 2 hours. If possible plan your visit when the...More

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Hi Daphne, Thank you for visiting and for your review! Great to hear you were able to catch a demonstration of our Kimball Theatre Organ, and that you enjoyed our Hall of Fame exhibits. We hope you're able to visit again soon! Visitor Services

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Suesinbox

Calgary, Canada

12741

Reviewed 21 April 2018

A welcome addition to Calgary's art scene

Studio Bell, the home of National Music Centre has a theatre and museum. The theatre can be booked for private concerts. Acoustics are excellent. Parking is just next to the building and very affordable and accessible.

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Hi Suesinbox, We're so happy you enjoyed your visit! Thank you for the review, and we hope you're able to come back soon! Visitor Services

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Sh_K_B276

Calgary, Alberta, Canada

6222

Reviewed 12 April 2018

Good Accoustics

Attended a concert a few weeks ago, the acoustics were amazing. The seats were generally ok, with all positions providing a good view.

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Hi Sh_K_B276, Thanks for visiting and for the great feedback! We're happy to hear you appreciated the unique acoustics of the building, and we hope you're able to attend another concert soon! Visitor Services

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Dalry1978

Airdrie, Canada

11532

Reviewed 10 April 2018

An absolutely amazing place to visit!

This was our first visit to the National Music Centre and it certainly won't be the last! The facility itself is mind blowing and even if your not a music fan, to see the architecture alone is worth a visit. Loved the collection of instruments...More

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Hi Dalry1978, It's wonderful to hear that you'll be back soon! There's always more to explore such as our wide range of upcoming concerts. Thank you for the lovely feedback! We're so pleased you enjoyed your first visit to the National Music Centre! Visitor Services

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DavidGunn1

Edmonton, Canada

399123

Reviewed 5 April 2018

Really Interesting Music Museum with Great Guides

It is hard not to get caught up in our guide's enthusiasm about the museum and its collection of instruments and music memorabilia. The building also is lovely and easy to get to from downtown.

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Hi DavidGunn1, Thank you so much for your feedback! We're so glad you enjoyed your guided tour as well as our range of collections and exhibits! We hope you'll be back soon for another visit, or to take in a concert! Visitor Services

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