L’ ATLANTE DEI SUONI – LA CITTÀ DI CUMABÒ

L'Sound Atlas in Boves is not just a museum, but a profound sensory experience dedicated to the music of the five continents. Ideal continuation of the journey begun in The Sound Factory of Venasca, this space takes visitors on a discovery of the planet's different musical cultures.

Set up in the atmospheric premises of the’former spinning mill Fables, the route boasts a scenography with a strong emotional impact that, thanks to the use of cutting-edge technology, makes each visit unique and exciting. The adventure begins with a spectacular take-off aboard an aircraftA baptism of flight that throws travellers directly into the sound traditions of the Earth.

The journey crosses five continents:

• Africa: where you can let yourself be swept away by the pounding rhythm of the drums.
• Oceania: discovering primordial sounds and instruments.
• America: where melodies melt into movement and turn into dance.
• Asia: to explore the link between mysticism and music and experiment with the use of the pentatonic scale.
• Europe: the cradle of classical music, where every visitor can try their hand at conducting a symphony orchestra.

The final stage takes us back home, to a typical piazza d'Italia, to recognise and listen to the infinite nuances of our country's musical tradition.

The City of Cumabò: music is child's play

(Course for families and children aged 3 to 7)

In Boves, music becomes an adventure even for the little ones. The City of Cumabò is a magical environment where children can actively experience sounds and noises. Here, they learn to listen to nature - from the voice of the sea to the whispers of the forest - create rhythms with their bodies or objects in the kitchen, sing songs and participate in fun movement games.

Visiting information

The museum is open to the public on first Sunday of each month, March to October (it is advisable to contact the museum before going there).

The guided tour starts at 16.30 and lasts approximately 75 minutes. The cost of the ticket is € 5,00 (free admission for children under 3 years).

Important: Reservations are compulsory and can be made through the online form (available from the Monday before the opening) by noon on the day of the visit.