Ready to rock and stroll?
Find the unique four-digit codes at each artwork, collect and learn more about each one, vote for your favourites and unlock some amazing rewards along the way!
Read more about over 80 incredible artworks on the trail, all inspired by Manchester’s people, places, moments and instruments.
The trail’s decorated guitars will be auctioned on Friday 12 September to raise funds for grassroots music projects and venues in Manchester.
An art arrangement for a musical city
Manchester is the place for music, and this summer, while the city celebrates an incredible line up of musical talent, Wild in Art – the team behind the award-winning Bee in the City – takes over the streets with a brand new art trail, Music for the Senses: an art arrangement for a musical city.
Created in collaboration with Manchester City Council, the trail runs from 7 July – 31 August 2025.
The trail features 48 guitar artworks, 9 musician-donated guitars, 4 brand new murals, 2 show-stopping installations and lots more that all celebrate the people, places, moments and instruments of Manchester’s music scene.
At the end of the trail the decorated guitars will be auctioned to raise money to support grassroots music projects and venues throughout Greater Manchester via a dedicated music fund managed by our charity partner Forever Manchester, in collaboration with Manchester Music City.
Event Dates
The Trail
7 July – 31 August
Manchester City Centre
An art arrangement for a musical city.
“Manchester has always been the place for music, and the time is now, as 2025 is set to become another landmark moment in the city’s rich musical history.” Ben Reed, Head of Creative Development, Wild in Art
The Auction
At the end of Music for the Senses the decorated guitars will be auctioned to raise money to support grassroots music projects and venues throughout Greater Manchester via a dedicated music fund managed by our charity partner Forever Manchester, in collaboration with Manchester Music City.
The auction takes place on Friday 12 September at the Hallé St Peter’s in Ancoats, Manchester. Register your interest now in attending.
Our Sponsors & Partners
A message from Wild in Art
We’re delighted to be back in Manchester, Wild in Art’s home city!
Music for the Senses is a slight departure from our traditional sculpture trails – it’s our first ever guitar trail and we’ve loved working with so many talented artists to repurpose musical instruments into stunning works of art.
It’s also a real pleasure to highlight Manchester’s iconic music inspired artwork as part of the trail, alongside unveiling four brand new murals, created by some of the very best street artists in the business.
We are particularly grateful for the support we have received from Manchester City Council and huge thanks must go to everyone who has supported us; our sponsors, artists, musicians, venues and, of course, all those who have donated guitars to be part of the project.
We very much hope you will enjoy exploring the trail!
The sun got the invite, looks like we`re kicking off our first weekend with a scorcher 😎
Don`t forget your shades, suncream and comfy shoes as well as the trail app and map for the ultimate tour around Manchester on the Music for the Senses art trail 🎸
Find out more in the link in our bio 🔗
Featured guitars:
Buzzin` sponsored by @bizgrowthhub, painted by @jenny.marshall.arts
This is the One sponsored by N Brown, painted by @liltimmytentoes
@wildinart @manchestercitycouncil @4evermanchester
#MusicForTheSenses #WildInArt
📷 David Oates Photography
The sun got the invite, looks like we`re kicking off our first weekend with a scorcher 😎
Don`t forget your shades, suncream and comfy shoes as well as the trail app and map for the ultimate tour around Manchester on the Music for the Senses art trail 🎸
Find out more in the link in our bio 🔗
Featured guitars:
Buzzin` sponsored by @bizgrowthhub, painted by @jenny.marshall.arts
This is the One sponsored by N Brown, painted by @liltimmytentoes
@wildinart @manchestercitycouncil @4evermanchester
#MusicForTheSenses #WildInArt
📷 David Oates Photography
Free pizza? Free drinks? Count us in! ⭐️
Available to download for just £1.99 with access to £160 worth of free and discounted offers plus opportunities to win lots of gig and festival tickets, overnight stays and more! 🎸
It’s the perfect way to explore the city this summer and enjoy lots of amazing art along the way.
Search ‘Music for the Senses’ in your app store or head to the link in our bio 🔗
Paper maps are also available to pick up at five map hubs – visit our website for more info.
#MusicForTheSenses
T&Cs apply. Subject to availability.
Free pizza? Free drinks? Count us in! ⭐️
Available to download for just £1.99 with access to £160 worth of free and discounted offers plus opportunities to win lots of gig and festival tickets, overnight stays and more! 🎸
It’s the perfect way to explore the city this summer and enjoy lots of amazing art along the way.
Search ‘Music for the Senses’ in your app store or head to the link in our bio 🔗
Paper maps are also available to pick up at five map hubs – visit our website for more info.
#MusicForTheSenses
T&Cs apply. Subject to availability.
Oasis tickets in hand, or still manifesting them? 🤞
You’ll Definitely Maybe want to visit the guitar donated by @oasis, now on display at Selfridges on Exchange Square! 🎸
Signed by both Liam and Noel Gallagher, this stunning Epiphone Riviera is a true collector’s piece which embodies the iconic sound of the Manchester legends.
This guitar will join our specially curated auction on 12 September, with proceeds going toward supporting grassroots music projects and venues in Manchester.
#MusicForTheSenses
Oasis tickets in hand, or still manifesting them? 🤞
You’ll Definitely Maybe want to visit the guitar donated by @oasis, now on display at Selfridges on Exchange Square! 🎸
Signed by both Liam and Noel Gallagher, this stunning Epiphone Riviera is a true collector’s piece which embodies the iconic sound of the Manchester legends.
This guitar will join our specially curated auction on 12 September, with proceeds going toward supporting grassroots music projects and venues in Manchester.
#MusicForTheSenses
Incredible 🙌
📍 Find it in St Peter’s Square until 20 July and Mayfield Park from 25 July – 31 August
Download the trail app or pick up a map to explore over 80 music inspired artworks around the city – link in bio 🔗
Created by @lazerian_studio
#MusicForTheSenses #WildInArt
Incredible 🙌
📍 Find it in St Peter’s Square until 20 July and Mayfield Park from 25 July – 31 August
Download the trail app or pick up a map to explore over 80 music inspired artworks around the city – link in bio 🔗
Created by @lazerian_studio
#MusicForTheSenses #WildInArt
Your ultimate guide to Music for the Senses 🎸
🎸 48 Guitar Artworks
🎶 9 Musician donated guitars
⚡ 2 Show-stopping installations; Guitar Street and Cathedral of Sound
🖌️ 4 Brand new murals
🎨 15 Existing murals/artworks
🕶️ 4 AR hubs delivered by Manchester Music Mooch
📱 Get the Music for the Senses app for just £1.99! Use the interactive map, unlock each artwork by entering its unique code, and enjoy over £160 in exclusive offers — plus chances to win gig and festival tickets and once-in-a-lifetime experiences.
🗺️ Prefer a physical map? Pick one up from our map hubs listed on our website.
😁 Share your photos by tagging us and using #MusicForTheSenses
At the end of the trail, the guitar artworks will be displayed at an exhibition at the People’s History Museum from 5-7 September 2025.
They will then be auctioned to raise money to support grassroots music projects and venues throughout Greater Manchester via a special fund put together by our charity partner @4evermanchester in collaboration with @manchestermusiccity.
musicforthesenses.co.uk (link in bio)
Your ultimate guide to Music for the Senses 🎸
🎸 48 Guitar Artworks
🎶 9 Musician donated guitars
⚡ 2 Show-stopping installations; Guitar Street and Cathedral of Sound
🖌️ 4 Brand new murals
🎨 15 Existing murals/artworks
🕶️ 4 AR hubs delivered by Manchester Music Mooch
📱 Get the Music for the Senses app for just £1.99! Use the interactive map, unlock each artwork by entering its unique code, and enjoy over £160 in exclusive offers — plus chances to win gig and festival tickets and once-in-a-lifetime experiences.
🗺️ Prefer a physical map? Pick one up from our map hubs listed on our website.
😁 Share your photos by tagging us and using #MusicForTheSenses
At the end of the trail, the guitar artworks will be displayed at an exhibition at the People’s History Museum from 5-7 September 2025.
They will then be auctioned to raise money to support grassroots music projects and venues throughout Greater Manchester via a special fund put together by our charity partner @4evermanchester in collaboration with @manchestermusiccity.
musicforthesenses.co.uk (link in bio)
Our trail is finally live and open for you all to enjoy! ⭐️🎸
Download our app, grab a trail map and enjoy Manchester’s music history on the Music for the Senses art trail. Link in bio 🔗
🎸 48 Guitar artworks
🎵 9 Musician-donated guitars including a signed guitar by the Oasis brothers
🖌️ 4 Brand-new murals
🕶️ 15 Existing murals/artworks
⚡️ 2 Showstopping installations; Guitar Street and Cathedral of Sound
📱 4 AR hubs delivered by Manchester Music Mooch
We are so grateful for the support we have received from @manchestercitycouncil and huge thanks must go to everyone who has supported us; our sponsors, artists, musicians, venues and, of course, all those who have donated guitars to be part of the project.
@wildinart @4evermanchester @manchestermusiccity
#MusicForTheSenses #WildInArt
Our trail is finally live and open for you all to enjoy! ⭐️🎸
Download our app, grab a trail map and enjoy Manchester’s music history on the Music for the Senses art trail. Link in bio 🔗
🎸 48 Guitar artworks
🎵 9 Musician-donated guitars including a signed guitar by the Oasis brothers
🖌️ 4 Brand-new murals
🕶️ 15 Existing murals/artworks
⚡️ 2 Showstopping installations; Guitar Street and Cathedral of Sound
📱 4 AR hubs delivered by Manchester Music Mooch
We are so grateful for the support we have received from @manchestercitycouncil and huge thanks must go to everyone who has supported us; our sponsors, artists, musicians, venues and, of course, all those who have donated guitars to be part of the project.
@wildinart @4evermanchester @manchestermusiccity
#MusicForTheSenses #WildInArt
Explore Manchester’s brand-new art trail!
Download the Music for the Senses app and discover over 80 incredible music inspired artworks around the city 🎸
🗺️ Interactive map
📱 Enter the four-digit codes at each artwork
🖌️ Learn more about the designs
🏆 Unlock offers, discounts, competitions and once-in-a-lifetime opportunities
💜 Vote for your favourites
👣 Track your steps and stats
Available for £1.99 from Apple App Store and Google Play
Link in bio 🔗
#musicforthesenses #wildinart
Explore Manchester’s brand-new art trail!
Download the Music for the Senses app and discover over 80 incredible music inspired artworks around the city 🎸
🗺️ Interactive map
📱 Enter the four-digit codes at each artwork
🖌️ Learn more about the designs
🏆 Unlock offers, discounts, competitions and once-in-a-lifetime opportunities
💜 Vote for your favourites
👣 Track your steps and stats
Available for £1.99 from Apple App Store and Google Play
Link in bio 🔗
#musicforthesenses #wildinart
1 DAY TO GO 🎸
From tomorrow, you can explore the art trail a couple of different ways:
📱 The Music for the Senses app – your interactive guide to the trail. Enter the unique four-digit code at each artwork to read about every display. Plus, enjoy exclusive discounts, special offers, and exciting competitions. You can also vote for your favourite artworks, upload photos, track your progress and so much more!
🗺️ A paper trail map with the list of locations.
More details coming tomorrow!
@wildinart | @manchestercitycouncil | @4evermanchester | @manchestermusiccity
#MusicForTheSenses #WildInArt
1 DAY TO GO 🎸
From tomorrow, you can explore the art trail a couple of different ways:
📱 The Music for the Senses app – your interactive guide to the trail. Enter the unique four-digit code at each artwork to read about every display. Plus, enjoy exclusive discounts, special offers, and exciting competitions. You can also vote for your favourite artworks, upload photos, track your progress and so much more!
🗺️ A paper trail map with the list of locations.
More details coming tomorrow!
@wildinart | @manchestercitycouncil | @4evermanchester | @manchestermusiccity
#MusicForTheSenses #WildInArt
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