ECCE is thrilled to introduce two captivating local tours showcasing Nashville’s rich musical culture and vitality! Tour 2 offers a tailored experience for audio enthusiasts at the renowned RCA Studio B, including engineering analysis of audio signals on oscilloscopes and other audio equipment. Both tours include the world famous Country Music Hall of Fame entry. Tours can be booked through the conference registration page.
TOUR 1 Cost: $60
Part 1: Country Music Hall of Fame Tour
Tuesday, October 31 | 11:15AM – 1:00PM
For over half a century the Country Music Hall of Fame and Museum has been home to a growing collection of over 2.5 million artifacts, including one-of-a-kind recordings, films, instruments, and more. Visitors of all ages will discover the connections between country music’s past and artists of today in the interactive gallery space. Witness everything from Hank William’s cherished Martin guitar to Elvis Presley’s custom Cadillac, to outfits and instruments from all your favorite artists! The museum is completely self-guided, and guests typically spend about 1.5 – 2 hours viewing the exhibits.
Part 2: Ryman Auditorium Guided Tour
Tuesday, October 31 | 2:00PM – 3:00PM
A National Historic Landmark, Ryman Auditorium was built by Captain Thomas G. Ryman in 1892 as the Union Gospel Tabernacle. A 13-time winner of the prestigious Pollstar Theatre of the Year award, the historic venue is well-known as the Mother Church of Country Music and is the most famous former home of the Grand Ole Opry (1943-1974). The Ryman’s thriving concert schedule hosts more than 200 shows per year, and the venue is open for daytime tours year-round. The Ryman has also been featured in numerous film and television projects including Coal Miner’s Daughter, The Johnny Cash Show, American Idol, Nashville and more. Ryman Auditorium is owned by Ryman Hospitality Properties, Inc. (NYSE: RHP), a Nashville-based REIT that also owns and operates the Grand Ole Opry, 650 AM WSM and Ole Red. For more information, visit https://www.ryman.com/about
Type: Part 1 Self-guided tour of Country Hall of Fame Museum (across the street from Music City Center)
Type: Part 2: Guided tour – (within walking distance from MCC) This tour will take attendees behind the scenes at the Ryman and explore the inner workings of this historic music venue.
TOUR 2 Cost: $60
Part 1: Historic RCA Studio B Tour
Tuesday, October 31 | 10:00AM – 11:00AM
Built in 1957, RCA Studio B became known as the birthplace for the “Nashville Sound,” a style characterized by background vocals and strings that helped establish Nashville as an international recording center, located on Nashville’s Music Row.
What started in 1957 as a sketch on a dinner napkin quickly became the birthplace to more than 35,000 legendary songs and more than 1,000 popular hits. Located on renowned Music Row, Historic RCA Studio B is one of the most famous studios in the world. Over 35,000 songs were recorded here by artists such as Dolly Parton, Elvis Presley, Roy Orbison, and even more recently, Martina McBride and Carrie Underwood. Hear the stories behind the legendary recordings and view some of the original instruments used in producing over 1,000 hit records on this private guided tour. This tour will also explore sound in the context of some of the important songs that were recorded at the studio as well as information about the advent of multitrack recording and the sound properties of the studio spaces.
After exploring the Museum’s galleries, the Historic RCA Studio B Tours will transport guests back to moments that made history. You’ll stand right where Elvis Presley, Dolly Parton, Waylon Jennings, and other greats recorded hits, and hear stories and songs born in this historically important studio.
Part 2: Country Music Hall of Fame Tour
Tuesday, October 31 | 11:15AM – 1:00PM
Following the conclusion of the RCA Studio B tour a chartered bus will take attendees back to the Country Hall of Fame Museum located across the street from Music City Center at 11:15 am.
For over half a century the Country Music Hall of Fame and Museum has been home to a growing collection of over 2.5 million artifacts, including one-of-a-kind recordings, films, instruments, and more. Visitors of all ages will discover the connections between country music’s past and artists of today in the interactive gallery space. Witness everything from Hank William’s cherished Martin guitar to Elvis Presley’s custom Cadillac, to outfits and instruments from all your favorite artists! The museum is completely self-guided, and our guests typically spend about 1.5 – 2 hours viewing our exhibits.
Type: Part 1 Guided tour – (bus will transport attendees from MCC to RCA Studio B and return
them to Museum) Part 2 – Self-guided tour of Country Hall of Fame Museum
https://www.countrymusichalloffame.org/experiences/studio-b
https://www.countrymusichalloffame.org/experiences/studio-b/about-studio-b
