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Summer Jam: Doors Open, Volume Up
July in Gracia means one thing: windows open, music loud, and cold drinks flowing. Our summer jam session delivered on...
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Jazz Meets Flamenco at The Music Room
What happens when a flamenco guitarist, a Finnish saxophone player, and a percussionist from El Born walk into The Music...
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When a Traveling Orchestra Brought Mozart to Gracia
It is not every day that a full chamber orchestra shows up in a music shop in Gracia. But that...
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How Shine Supplied Instruments for a Paris Jackson x ELLE Shoot
In the summer of 2023, we got an unusual phone call. A production coordinator for ELLE Spain was looking for...
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Acoustic Sunday: Strings and Stories in Gracia
January in Barcelona can be grey and quiet. But inside The Music Room last Sunday, it was anything but. We...
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Gift Guide: Musical Instruments and Gear Under 200 EUR
Looking for a musical gift but not sure where to start? We have put together our favourite instruments and gear...
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New vs Pre-Owned Pianos: An Honest Comparison
This is the question we get asked more than almost any other: should I buy new or pre-owned? When it...
Read more → First Fridays: The Night the Blues Took Over
There are nights at The Music Room where the music just hits different. Last Friday was one of those nights....
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Busking in Barcelona: Rules, Permits, and Best Spots
Barcelona is one of the best cities in Europe for street music. The architecture, the pedestrian streets, the sheer number...
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The Best Practice Rooms in Barcelona for Musicians
Whether you are rehearsing for a gig, recording a demo, or just need somewhere to play without bothering the neighbours,...
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