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For airports, background music no longer is an afterthought


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Published in Media and Entertainment on Thursday, December 19th 2024 at 9:04 GMT by MSN   Print publication without navigation

  • Background music is no longer an afterthought at many airports, which are hiring local musicians and carefully curating playlists to help lighten travelers' moods. London's Heathrow Airport built a stage to showcase emerging British performers for the first time this summer.

The article from MSN discusses the evolving role of background music in public spaces, particularly in airports, where it has transitioned from being an overlooked element to a carefully curated aspect of the traveler's experience. Airports are now employing sophisticated sound design to enhance the ambiance, reduce stress, and even influence passenger behavior. Music curators and sound designers are using a mix of genres, from classical to ambient electronic, tailored to different times of the day and specific areas within the airport to create a more pleasant and calming environment. This shift acknowledges the psychological impact of music, aiming to improve the overall mood, manage the flow of passengers, and provide a sense of place or escape. The article highlights how this attention to auditory detail reflects broader trends in soundscaping, where background music is no longer just background noise but an integral part of the experience design.

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