Research Highlights
EUROMUSE research findings point toward a broader shift in how music is conceptualized in museums.
Key Findings
The research shows that original museum-specific music can act as an interpretative, spatial, participatory and accessibility-oriented layer within museum experience.
Music as Sonic Mediation
Rather than serving as background decoration, music acted as a mediating layer that shaped how visitors engaged with museum spaces, exhibitions and heritage.
Context Shapes Impact
The effects of Synomusic varied across museums. In Greece, music supported orientation and accessibility; in Italy, it helped structure a dynamic sensory environment; and in Portugal, it reinforced identity, memory and connections to local heritage.
Participation Adds Value
The involvement of Community Muse Boards (CMBs) and other stakeholder groups contributed to musical solutions that were both contextually grounded and socially meaningful.
Accessibility Through Sound
Visually impaired participants highlighted the potential of music to support navigation, interpretation and a more coherent museum experience.
One Concept, Multiple Functions
The same methodology produced different outcomes across sites, demonstrating that Synomusic is a flexible tool whose role depends on the specific museum context and audience.
Beyond the Visual
Findings point to the value of multisensory museum experiences, where sound works alongside space, movement and other sensory cues to support visitor engagement.