Here at Studio Five, the synergy between food and music creates an experience that sets us apart. Located within the thriving Troubadour Wembley Park Theatre, which once played host to legends such as Freddie Mercury, The Rolling Stones and The Beatles, our restaurant is imbued with musical spirit. It’s for this reason we decided to jazz up our dining experience with live music from London’s most exciting rising stars. Let’s explore the ways music and food complement one another.
Bringing people together
Few would deny that food and music both bring people together. Simply look at friends catching up around a table while sharing their favourite dishes, or strangers connecting over a great song at a gig. Music and food both have the power to evoke emotions and stir memories, which in turn make the experience richer, and strengthen our connections to others.
An enhanced experience
Studies have been conducted into the effect music can have on diners while they are eating. It’s generally agreed among experts that the interplay of our senses creates a deeper, more enhanced experience. While sight, smell and taste are the key senses we use while we’re eating – with touch playing a secondary role – the sounds we’re hearing subconsciously inform our appetite too. One study, for example, found that people experience 15% more pleasure when the right music was paired with the right wine.
The science goes right down to the types of instruments or notes being played. Dessert and piano music played at a higher pitch go hand-in-hand, with the high notes bringing out the sweetness of the dish. Fish and chips, meanwhile, is thought to be elevated by the sound of The Beatles.
Setting the tone
Science aside, music can have a much simpler and more recognisable impact on your meal. If you’re heading out for theatre with dinner, for example, hearing the soundtrack of the musical you’re about to see can get you in the mood for the show as you eat. Similarly, if you’re going to a concert, hearing music by the artist during dinner will heighten your anticipation and excitement.
Ambience
If nothing else, music in a restaurant can add to the overall ambience. A fine dining restaurant, for example, might choose to complement its décor and cuisine with classical music, while a more relaxed and modern venue might play blues, jazz or contemporary piano music. A live band will transform the atmosphere completely, providing a more upbeat and interactive experience that diners are sure to remember.
Advertising live acts can help diners to decide for themselves which experience they prefer. Those who enjoy the energy of live music can ensure they book in advance to avoid missing out, while those seeking a quieter evening can choose a date when background music is the order of the day.
Music at Studio Five
Here at Studio Five, we are firm believers in the power of music to complement a meal and make your experience more enjoyable. Our restaurant is one of the best places to eat in Wembley if you’re looking for a location with history, culture and delicious food paired with evocative music. Search ‘best restaurants near Wembley’ today and book your table with us.
