7 Music Attractions To Get Inspired in Nashville, TN
If you are driven by the art of music, chances are Nashville, TN is the ideal place for you. From museums to live music venues, the city has so much to offer music lovers and musicians alike. I’ve compiled a list of some of the best spots to enjoy in the Music City if you too are a lover of all things rock and roll.
Ryman Auditorium
Built in 1892, the Ryman Auditorium was the original home to the Grand Ole Opry. The auditorium was built at the Union Gospel Tabernacle, and operated as the Grand Ole Opry from 1943 to 1974. Today it is known as “The Mother Church of Country Music.” The venue has been home to thousands of performances from jazz recitals to Broadway musicals.
2. Country Music Hall of Fame
One of the world’s largest museums and research centers dedicated entirely to American music, the Country Music Hall of Fame is also home to the world’s largest collection of country music and relics. If you want to be inspired, this is the place to go.
3. RCA Studio B
If you’re a fan of Roy Orbison, Dolly Parton and the Everly Brothers, RCA Studio B is a must visit in the Music City. More than 35,000 songs have been recorded here.
4. Honky Tonk Highway
No trip to the Music City is really complete without a stroll along the Honky Tonk Highway. Walk down Lower Broadway in Nashville, and you’ll hear local music strumming out of all the local establishments, day or night. This scene will give you a true glimpse into the local talent and flare. This strip is where many country musicians started out, including Willie Nelseon, Deirks Bentley and so many more.
5. Grand Ole Opry
Founded on November 28, 1925 by George D. Hay, the Grand Ole Opry started out as a one-hour radio “barn dance’ on WSM. It is now dedicated to honoring country music and its history with performances by famous music legends and chart toppers alike. The Grand Ole Opry seats 4,400 and is considered the largest broadcasting studio in the world!
6. Carter Vintage Guitars
No matter your skill level, it’s time to get strumming on your own guitar! At Carter Vintage Guitars, you’ll find an array of instruments. There’s also an amazing mural outside for a quick pic with your new strings.
7. Ernest Tubb Record Shop
Tucked on Nashville’s Lower Broadway, Ernest Tubb Record Shop is a go-to for all music lovers and vinyl collectors. Founded by Grand Ole Opry star Ernest Tubb, the shop is home to almost every country music record ever made! You’ll fall in love with the memorabilia and the knowledgeable staff.