NMC Tours: Backstage Pass

Step behind the scenes at Studio Bell for an exclusive look at where music is made. This one-hour tour offers a rare glimpse into the National Music Centre’s working recording studios and the stories behind its most significant artifacts. Guided by NMC music educators, you will explore instruments and technology spanning 450 years of innovation. Highlights include a 16th-century Trasuntino Harpsichord and TONTO, often called the holy grail of synthesizers. You’ll also see the legendary Rolling Stones Mobile Studio, where countless hit records were created. Space is limited and tours are subject to studio availability. Recommended for ages 12 and up, with no strollers permitted on the tour route.