Today in the world there are a huge number concert halls, amazing the audience with its beauty, high-quality light and acoustics. And when all these important components are combined in one building, it cannot go unnoticed. Our review presents 25 of the most stunning concert halls from around the world that every theatergoer should visit.
The family of the creator of the animated empire, Walt Disney, has long wanted to build a building worthy of the highest ratings in his honor and donated $50 million for its construction. As a result, with the discovery of another masterpiece from Frank Gehry in 2003, main city California has found its new symbol. It is worth noting that in addition to its external expressiveness, this concert hall has acoustic properties that are in many ways superior to other famous venues in the world.
After numerous failures and freezing of construction even at the design stage, the main theater in China was finally built in the early 2000s. Resembling either a huge drop of water or a flying saucer that landed in the Chinese capital, this incredible structure immediately fell in love with the majority of local residents and guests of the Middle Kingdom. The theater is a dome-shaped structure, 212 meters long and approximately 47 meters high, made entirely of metal and glass. The building is on the surface artificial lake, and the entrance to it is underwater tunnels with a transparent ceiling.
Ultra modern building Opera House in the center of Oslo was built according to the design of the world famous architectural bureau Snohetta in 2007. The main task of the architects was to organically fit the building into the urban development, the rocks of the Oslofjord and the coastal area seaport, while connecting the historical city center with modern neighborhoods. The main hall of the theater has a seating capacity of 1,364 and has a classic horseshoe shape, which ensures the highest acoustic characteristics. The main feature of the theater was the sloping roof, smoothly descending to the ground. She was chosen very quickly local residents, especially cyclists and skateboarders.
4. Albert Hall, London, UK
Albert Hall in London, UK
Albert Hall Concert Hall in London: interior of the hall
Britain's most prestigious concert hall, London's Albert Hall, was built in honor of Prince Albert in 1871. The popularity of this venue is most eloquently demonstrated by the numbers - about 350 cultural events are held annually in Albert Hall, including classical music concerts, opera and ballet performances, charity concerts, award ceremonies and banquets. The facade of the elliptical red brick building is decorated with a frieze with 16 sculptures, each of which symbolizes a specific field of science and art. This beautiful monument of Victorian architecture is crowned by a huge glass dome on an openwork cast iron frame.
The official opening of the new concert hall in the capital of Denmark took place in 2009. According to the idea of the author of the project, the Frenchman Jean Nouvel, the Copenhagen concert hall is not only the theater building itself, but an entire musical town with special recreation areas - open terraces, bars and restaurants. Inside the large glass volume there are four studio rooms equipped with the latest technology, each of which is decorated in its own unique style. Most Big hall with a capacity of 1800 spectators is located on top of the cube. Today, the Copenhagen Concert Hall is considered the most expensive music venue in the world.
6. Opera House "Auditorio de Tenerife" in Santa Cruz de Tenerife, Spain
Opera House "Auditorio de Tenerife" in Santa Cruz de Tenerife, Spain
Opera House "Auditorio de Tenerife" in Santa Cruz de Tenerife: interior of the hall
One of the most recognizable buildings in Spain, the Auditorio de Tenerife opera house is the result of the creative process of Santiago Calatrava. Construction of one of the most significant and famous works modern architecture was completed in 2003. The scale of this building is simply amazing - the roof alone reaches 100 meters in length and weighs about 350 tons. The theater building includes two halls - an organ hall (1616 seats) and a chamber hall (424 seats). It is curious that you can enter the theater from two sides. Also, the Auditorio de Tenerife provides its visitors with the opportunity to spend time in harmony with nature on special terraces with sea views.
Construction of the theater and concert hall in Taiwan was completed in 1987. The appearance of such important cultural objects served as a turning point in the history of not only Taiwan, but also the whole of China. The theater complex includes two theater buildings and a concert hall, as well as art galleries, shops, restaurants, a library and a large memorial square. Program of events for this cultural center represents an incredible variety - from Kabuki theater to Shakespearean drama, from Verdi opera to African dance, from American jazz to Latin dance, etc. Meetings of high-ranking officials and diplomats are also held on the territory of the Taipei complex.
8. Concert and exhibition hall "Rudolfinum" in Prague, Czech Republic
Concert and showroom"Rudolfinum" in Prague, Czech Republic
Concert and exhibition hall "Rudolfinum" in Prague: interior of the hall
The main concert and exhibition venue in the Czech Republic, the Rudolfinum hall, was opened in the center of Prague in 1885. The hall received its name in honor of the Austro-Hungarian Prince Rudolf, who personally participated in the opening ceremony. The Rudolfinum building houses several music halls: the Dvořák Hall, pleasing the ear with its excellent acoustics, as well as the Josef Suk Hall and the Kubelka Hall. This establishment hosts classical music concerts and art exhibitions.
9. Concert hall "House of Music" in Porto, Portugal
Concert hall "House of Music" in Porto, Portugal
Concert hall "House of Music" in Porto: interior of the hall
The House of Music concert hall was built in the center of Porto according to the design of the Dutch architect Rem Koolhaas in 2005. Externally, this modern building resembles a huge truncated cube, which many people jokingly compare to a piece of refined sugar. However, the interiors of the “House of Music” are even more surprising - the internal walls adjoin each other and intersect at completely unimaginable angles, and incredible perspectives open up in each room. The main hall, where three orchestras perform, seats just over 1,200 spectators. In addition, the House of Music has an additional auditorium for 350 people and rehearsal spaces.
10. Carnegie Hall in New York, USA
Carnegie Hall Concert Hall in New York, USA
Carnegie Hall Concert Hall in New York: interior of the hall
The Carnegie Hall concert hall, located in the center of Manhattan, was built in 1891. Today it is one of the most prestigious venues for the performance of classical music. Carnegie Hall includes three halls with a total capacity of 2804 seats. The building was reconstructed and updated twice - in 1983 and 2003. Throughout the history of this “musical mecca,” such legends of classical music as Dvorak, Strauss, Tchaikovsky, Rachmaninov, Stravinsky and many others have performed within its walls.
Luxurious palace fine arts, erected in the Mexican capital in 1934, is an example of a mixture architectural styles Beaux-Arts and Art Deco, as evidenced by the walls of Carrara marble and the incredible splendor of the decor. A significant part of this magnificent building is occupied by the concert halls of the opera house. It is no coincidence that many tourists visit the Palace solely for the purpose of seeing and hearing the best opera and ballet performances performed by Mexican artists. This ensemble also includes a museum of architecture and National Museum fine arts.
The Dortmund Opera House, which officially opened in 1966, is considered one of Germany's largest cultural institutions. The theater company employs more than 500 employees, which is also a record for Germany. The Dortmund Opera building, which is very unusual in shape, consists of a main hall, small rehearsal rooms, cafes and restaurants.
The building of the Academic Opera and Ballet Theater was built in the capital of Azerbaijan, Baku, in 1959. The Gothic style theater building was erected in historical center city at the expense of the Baku millionaire Mailov. In 1959, the building became known as the Academic Opera and Ballet Theater. It presents the classic layout of an object of this type - there is a small lobby group, an auditorium with 1281 seats and a stage. For many people, it still remains a mystery how such a large facility was erected in about 10 months.
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Sage Gateshead Center for Music Education in Gateshead, UK
Sage Gateshead Center for Music Education in Gateshead, UK
The Sage Gateshead Center for Music Education, located in the city of the same name in the north-east of England, was built in 2004 according to the design of the legendary British architect, Baron Norman Foster. The structure of this ultra-modern building is formed using two main elements - curved glass and stainless steel. Sage Gateshead mainly consists of 3 halls: a large (1700 seats) for main concerts, a small (400 seats) for smaller events, and a hall. The rest of the complex is occupied by bars, cafes and a media library.
The Bolshoi Theater, built in 1825 on Teatralnaya Square in Moscow, is one of the oldest cultural buildings currently operating. During its existence, this stunning building burned twice and went through about 7 reconstructions, which speaks of its significance. Several famous architects took part in the design process of the first building of the Bolshoi Theater in 1821 - Beauvais, Gilardi, Mikhailov and Melnikov. It is they who own the general structural plan of the Bolshoi, which, although not fully, has been preserved to this day. Then, as now, the plan of the theater was a fairly compact rectangular volume with a portico with a colonnade extended forward. The Bolshoi Theater is considered one of the main attractions and the pride of not only Moscow, but throughout Russia.
16. Metropolitan Opera Musical Theater in New York, USA
Metropolitan Opera Musical Theater in New York, USA
Musical theater "Metropolitan Opera" in New York: interior of the hall
One of the most prestigious in the world, the Metropolitan Opera House has existed since the 1880s, but received its current residence at the Lincoln Center for the Performing Arts in Manhattan only in September 1966. This legendary complex includes: a large auditorium with seating for 3,900 spectators, and three auxiliary venues. The most important decorative elements in the theater's interior are the monumental frescoes of the famous emigrant artist Marc Chagall.
17. Harp Concert Hall in Reykjavik, Iceland
Harp Concert Hall in Reykjavik, Iceland
Harp Concert Hall in Reykjavik: interior of the hall
Built in 2011, the modern concert hall with the very original name "Harp" became the first truly large cultural site in a European country that has suffered more than others from the economic crisis and severe weather conditions. Of course, the main highlight of the project by the talented Danish architect Olafur Eliasson was the delightful façade made of glass blocks shimmering in different colors. In addition to the luxurious and modernly decorated auditorium, the Harp houses a cafe, galleries and a theater museum.
The Arts Centre, designed by architect Roy Grounds in 1984 in Melbourne, is a cultural complex, consisting of theater venues and concert halls. In total, the complex has two theater halls, the main one of which seats 600 people, and two concert halls (1200 and 400 people). The Center also hosts various exhibitions, whose priority goal is the modern direction in art.
19. Concert Hall "Egg" in Albany, USA
Concert Hall "Egg" in Albany, USA
Concert Hall "Egg" in Albany: interior of the hall
Construction of the main concert hall of the capital of the state of New York was completed in 1980. The unusual egg-shaped building is located on central square city of Albany Empire State Plaza, among the most diverse government agencies. Such an unusual shape of the concert hall, combined with the severity of the volumes of the neighboring buildings, made the “Egg” the main symbol and tourist attraction of the capital city. The theater building housed two halls. One of them is designed for 450 visitors, and the other for 980.
The Concert Hall in Berlin, designed in 1821 by Karl Friedrich Schinkel in the neoclassical style, like the Bolshoi Theater in Moscow, is considered one of the most ancient cultural buildings in the world. Like its Moscow counterpart, the Berlin Concert Hall had to endure a lot - a major fire, arson, threats of demolition and many reconstructions. The façade of the Berlin concert hall is an example of a classical order system with columns, and the interiors of both the foyer and the hall itself are striking in the level of detail of the smallest artistic elements. The acoustics in the Berlin hall are one of the best in the world.
The construction of the new stage of the Mariinsky Theater in St. Petersburg was completed in 2011 and cost the state treasury a record 22 billion rubles. The project of the Canadian bureau Diamond & Schmitt Architects, according to which it was built new building Mariinsky Theater, was personally chosen by the director of the theater, the famous conductor Valery Gergiev. Not long ago, the maestro admitted that despite the duration of construction (10 years) and the enormous financial costs, he was satisfied with his choice and the work done, because Mariinsky-2 is “the most modern and world-class public building in Russia.”
22. Roy Thomson Hall in Toronto, Canada
Roy Thomson Hall in Toronto, Canada
Concert hall "Roy Thomson Hall" in Toronto: interior of the hall
The Roy Thomson Hall was built in Toronto in 1982. Before restoration work in 2002, the hall accommodated more than 2,800 spectators, and after it - 2,630. The original spherical room is distinguished by asceticism of forms and “cold” acoustics, which is associated with the dominant concrete structures in the design. The central place in the layout of the hall belongs to a giant organ with 5207 pipes designed by the Canadian Gabriel Nee.
23. Esplanade Theater in Singapore
Esplanade Theater in Singapore
Esplanade Theater in Singapore: interior of the hall
The Esplanade Theater was built in rapidly developing Singapore in 2003 and has already become one of its symbols. In fact, "Esplanade" is a complex of two hemispherical halls with a capacity of 1600 and 2000 spectators, two additional studios, a large shopping center and theater under open air. In addition to its main function, the theater ensemble sometimes serves as a venue for negotiations, exhibitions and conferences. It is curious that the theater and concert hall are connected by a single lobby, which houses the entrance to the shopping center.
The Sydney Opera House, built in 1973 by Danish architect Jörn Utzon in the Expressionist style, is considered one of the most famous and easily recognizable buildings in the world. Also, the Sydney Opera House is the most important attraction of the entire continent. The two largest shell vaults form the ceilings of the two main halls: the Concert Hall and the Opera House. In other halls, the ceilings are formed using smaller vaults. The sail-shaped roof shells give the theater its uniqueness. On June 28, 2007, the Sydney Opera House building acquired the status of an object World Heritage UNESCO.
The Vienna State Opera was built in 1869. Unfortunately, during the difficult years of the occupation of Austria (1938-45), the theater experienced a serious decline in interest. In 1945, during the bombing of the Austrian capital, the theater building was destroyed. It took about 10 years to completely restore it. In addition to opera and ballet performances, this complex annually hosts theatrical masquerade balls.
Like all architecture in general, the architecture of concert halls and theaters is constantly changing, becoming more free and unusual, as can be seen from our materials, and.
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Here, for example, is the scheme of the Olimpiysky Sports Complex. We see a fan zone, a dance floor, two VIP boxes and stands.
Typical layout of a large club
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This is the diagram of Moscow Stadium Live, the largest club in Europe. Several VIP boxes and a dance floor.
Typical layout of a small club
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This is the layout of the Moscow club with a capacity of only 1000 people. This scheme is also relevant for the vast majority of clubs, say, Voronezh or Novosibirsk. Tables (aka VIP seats) and a dance floor.
Well, now let's move on to analyzing each of the zones.
1. Fan zone
pros
1. Action. This is the most popular area, so most of the fun happens here.
2. For myopic people. In terms of location, this area is closest to the stage, so from here you will get the best view of your favorite musicians if you make it to the front rows.
3. Feelings. This is where the epicenter of the concert atmosphere is located: in the fan zone, the active fan base always gathers, who sing along loudest, creating unique collective backing vocals, sparklers are lit here (if this is agreed with the venue), flash mobs are held and flags are waved.
4. Sound. Most often, the sound technician's post is located at the end of the fan zone; accordingly, the sound in the hall is adjusted to suit the bulk of the people who are here. Not always, but most often it is in the fan zone that the best sound on the site occurs.
5. Access to the body. At particularly cool concerts, some musicians have no problem “going to the crowd” or stage diving. Believe me, it's always fun.
6. Trophies. Fan collectors can only add to their collection of drumsticks and picks while in the fan zone, because trophies simply don’t fly beyond it.
Minuses
1. People. They are everywhere. You simply don’t have personal space, since there are a lot of people and not enough space. Not only do you want to not miss anything, so the closer you are to the stage, the greater the concentration of people per square meter. It will be difficult for social phobes.
2. Risk of injury. Here you may well get hit on the left elbow, on the head from the overly active moshing of your neighbor behind you, and if a slam starts... In general, hold on, buddy!
3. Flash mobs. From the stage, a good flash mob most often looks pretty cool, but for you, who is in the epicenter of the fan zone, all these banners, posters and flags can block your view. In principle, all this is not for long, and you can endure it for the sake of a great group, but there are always dissatisfied people. Who knows, maybe you won't like it too much.
4. Exit. At large venues and festivals, after the end of the concert, people are released in parts - first VIP, then the stands... Visitors to the fan zone are the last to leave in this case.
5. Cameras. Someone is always filming something here. The screen of your nearest neighbor’s mobile phone appears in front of your face every now and then, which is not always pleasant.
6. High frequency. The screaming girls are here too, yes, yes. The decibel meter periodically goes off scale.
Results
The fan zone is for those who do not stand like a pillar the entire concert, but support the whole movement. Here you need to sing, dance, jump and generally create activity. People who want to stand/sit quietly, just listen to music and watch the musicians are clearly not here. You need to be prepared for some of the disadvantages of the zone and not get hung up on them, enjoying your favorite music and the atmosphere of the event.
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2. Dance floor
pros
1. Price. The cost of a ticket to the dance floor is lower compared to the fan zone.
2. For the brutal ones. If you want concert meat, this is definitely the place for you! The dance floor is always the epicenter of slams, circle pits and similar fun. To understand whether you like it all, you need, of course, to experience it once. We've also seen one-and-a-half-meter-long inches happily running into the slam along with huge muscular men, so who knows.
3. Communication. Here you will not be bored while waiting for the concert. While visitors are gathering, and the speakers are preparing to go on stage, there is a high probability that things will happen with the people standing next to them. interesting conversation about music, festivals, favorite songs and basically anything.
4. Degree. Most clubs have a bar next to the dance floor. You don't need to go far for drinks and water.
Minuses
1. Distance. The dance floor is located right behind the fan zone, and most often the same thing happens there, but you are moved a few meters away from the stage and the crowd of people.
2. Again, people. Here you may well be doused with beer by carousing lovers of embellishing the concert with alcohol or crushing your ribs in a slam to the point of injury (rarely, but this also happens).
3. Lottery. Not always good sound.
4. Intrusiveness. Drunk bar patrons can distract from an enjoyable time.
Results
If your main goal is to “hang out and mix”, then this is definitely the place for you. People who are not ready to support the entire concert movement have nothing to do on the dance floor. You will only be able to see part of the action on stage, so those who want to see every detail in person should not go to the dance floor.
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3. VIP boxes
pros
1. Review. Here no one will bother you to look at the musicians and all their actions. The boxes are always located at a level above the fan zone, dance floor and stage, so those who want to see everything should go here.
2. Calmness. The box comfortably accommodates music lovers with children, older people and those visitors who just want to sit quietly and listen to their favorite music.
3. Privileges. Guests with VIP tickets often have a private entrance, cloakroom and bar. VIP areas sometimes consist of a sofa or armchairs with a table, and waiters promptly bring everything you order from the menu, so those who are especially hungry can also eat or drink.
4. Pleasant surprises. Next to you, one of your favorite musicians, who came to support their colleagues in the shop, may well be sedately sipping wine.
5. Variability. If you suddenly want to dance and move, you can go to the fan zone.
Minuses
1. Price issue. The cost of tickets to the stands sometimes goes beyond all reasonable limits! You'll have to fork out the cash, because you have to pay for comfort.
Results
VIP boxes - suitable option for those who want not to be touched. Here you can sit quietly, listen to music and watch the concert magic happen down there. Well, the photos/videos from here are the coolest!
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4. Tribunes
pros
1. Personal space. It doesn't matter, but it exists. Of course, it’s a plus for the amateur, but: you are far enough away from the dance floor and the fan zone so that the concert movement does not affect you.
2. Comfort. You sit as if in a cinema, enjoying the spectacle.
Minuses
1. Limited. If you want to be active, there is a high probability that you will not succeed. You can’t go to the fan zone, there’s nowhere else to dance, and if you’re there you’ll disturb those sitting behind you.
2. Remoteness. To see the stage, grab some binoculars from the theater around the corner.
Results
If you want peace, but there is a local crisis in your wallet. A budget option for VIP boxes without a bar, blackjack and... well, you get the idea.
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We conducted a small survey among visitors to our VKontakte group and found out which concert area our subscribers prefer.
Where will you go next time?
We hope we have helped newcomers in the difficult task of choosing the best venue for the perfect concert.
Go to concerts, listen to good music and enjoy every note!
A short guide to choosing a seat at a classical music concert.
You have chosen the concert you want to attend. Now there is another important step ahead - choosing a location.
From this article you will learn what you should pay attention to when buying a ticket, where it is better to sit, and the price-quality ratio.
Where to start choosing a place at a concert?
The halls are different. Blue, white, red
- What zones are there on the diagram?
- Is there a balcony or is there only a stall in the hall?
- How many seats are there in total?
Balcony or ground floor? What's better?
Everyone is asking this question. You need to understand that the balcony or choir is an elevation in the hall. those. you will be looking down at the musician.
The balcony can be central, right, left. The central balcony or choir is located at the very end of the stalls above the last rows of the stalls. This means that the distance to the artist is the same, but there are not hundreds of heads in front of you.
The location of the right and left balconies is clear from their names. Often balconies “climb” onto the stage. Those. You will be sitting very close to the performer, but may be looking at him from the side.
Typically, a balcony belongs to the budget category and costs quite significantly lower than the ground floor. At the same time, in terms of audibility there will be - depending on your luck.
The ground floor can be flat and with a slight elevation. The center of the ground always has priority. How close to buy a ticket from the stage is up to you and your wallet.
If you are going to a concert with a child under 10 years old, but for some reason you are taking the end of the stalls, I highly recommend taking seats near the aisle (in the middle). This is necessary so that you seat your child near the aisle, and your child can lean out slightly into the middle of the hall and the musician can be seen, even in the last row of the stalls. Otherwise, your child will only see people's heads.
Where will you be able to see and hear well?
It's no secret that the cheaper the place, the farther it is from the stage. Accordingly, the further it is from the stage, the worse you will be able to see and hear. Of course, you always want to sit as close as possible, but let’s say at a piano concert, the difference is not big where to sit because This instrument is powerful and loud. It will be heard everywhere.
And if you went to a classical guitar concert, it’s better to sit closer. This is due to the characteristics of the instrument.
There is another important factor. If you see that there are few tickets left, I highly recommend buying a seat for yourself as close as possible. A large number of people in the hall absorb the sound like a sponge, which means that the farther you sit, the more people there will be in front of you.
To sum it up.
Based on our 6 years of experience in organizing concerts and drawing up plans best places.
You should always focus on your budget, but it’s better not to skimp on really cool concerts.
Have a good time and new experiences!
The Cathedral on Malaya Gruzinskaya is a functioning Catholic Church, and concerts are held during free time from services. Holding concerts is a centuries-old tradition, providing everyone (regardless of their beliefs and views) with the opportunity to join the thousand-year-old cultural heritage. But, as in any place, there are certain rules:
CONCERTS IN THE CATHEDRAL ON MALAYA GRUZINSKAYA
Invitation cards
Entry to most concerts is by invitation. You can purchase them directly at the Cathedral, as well as on our website. You can read more about how to do this and, just as importantly, why you need to do this on our website. Be careful not to purchase tickets from resellers or on resources not listed on our website: such invitations may be invalid.
Tickets can only be returned before the concert (no later than 30 minutes before the start of the concert). The organizers have the right to replace the announced concert with another; in this case, tickets can be returned to the box office at the Cathedral until the start of the concert.
Remember that to visit the Cathedral at other (non-concert) times, invitations are not required. The temple is open daily from 7:00 to 20:00. Tickets are also not needed in cases where the event poster or program states that admission is free.
Appearance (dress code)
It is not necessary to select evening dresses: concerts take place within the walls of the existing Cathedral - you just need to remember this. From strict regulations: clothing should not reveal the neckline, knees, back or shoulders; it should not contain provocative inscriptions or images. For the rest, you can get by with a completely democratic form of clothing.
Our lovely listeners are free to choose what they want to wear: whether it’s a dress or trousers; Covering your head is not necessary. Men are supposed to be in the Cathedral without a headdress.
Please note that there is no wardrobe in the Cathedral. Visitors enter the temple wearing outerwear, which they can, if desired, take off and keep with them. During the cold season, the Cathedral premises are heated.
Age
Concerts in the Cathedral are open to everyone, including the youngest listeners. The only limitation is your own strength and sanity. We do not recommend taking children to evening concerts. For family outings, it is better to choose a daytime concert (series “concerts for the whole family”).
If the child starts crying or being capricious, you will have to go out into the vestibule with him or even leave the concert early. In this regard, we ask listeners with small children to sit in seats closer to the exit. Based on our practice, children under 5-6 years old almost never “stand” a full evening concert.
Our smaller brothers
We fully share St. Francis' love for all creation, but we ask that you leave your pets at home. They are not allowed into the Cathedral even at a very advanced age.
Omnia mea...
Please avoid coming to the Cathedral for a concert with food, drinks, suitcases and other large, explosive or cutting objects. you will not be allowed into the hall with them.
BEFORE THE CONCERT
When is the best time to approach?
It is best to arrive to the concert no earlier than 20-15 minutes before it starts. The fact is that before concerts, divine services are held in the Cathedral, and after them the hall is prepared for the concert, during which listeners are forced to stay in the vestibule, where it can be quite crowded. To avoid unpleasant experiences, we urge you to be punctual.
However, we ask you not to be late. Late listeners can enter the hall only during breaks between numbers of the concert program, while visitors are required to occupy the empty seats closest to the entrance (the seats indicated on the latecomer’s ticket lose their relevance)
I'm thinking of purchasing a ticket just before the concert...
Yes it is possible. Within an hour before the concert starts, you can purchase a ticket by going down the stairs (from the vestibule - to the left). In such cases, we highly recommend that you arrive a little earlier and, after purchasing tickets, take the opportunity to visit a nearby cafe or simply stroll through the beautiful grounds of the Cathedral.
Sobriety of mind and peace of mind
Please be calm and take your time to pass everyone else on the way to your cherished goal as soon as the caretakers begin to let listeners into the hall. This type of behavior is not only inappropriate in church, it is also dangerous to your health. We count on your understanding!
(We also hope that you understand the sobriety mentioned, as we do - in every sense.)
Invitation control
Please be prepared to show your invitation cards to the rangers. If you have a special invitation for social organizations, be prepared to also demonstrate a document confirming your involvement in a specific organization.
Seats in the central and side naves
Please take your seats as shown on your tickets.
If your invitations are for seats in the central nave, the row and seat are indicated on the ticket.
If you choose free seating in the side naves, you can take any place, but only in the side naves (not in the central one).
If you have any difficulties, please contact the caretakers for help.
Altar, chapel, stained glass windows, confessionals, organs, bells...
You can learn in detail about how our Cathedral is structured at. We kindly ask you not to perform it privately, and not to walk around the Cathedral for such a purpose (“to look”) before the concert. Moreover, we ask you not to enter the altar area or behind the fences. After the concert, if you wish, you can ask our employees any questions about the structure of the Cathedral (they wear name badges).
DURING THE CONCERT
Photo and video
You can take pictures in the Cathedral during a concert, but only without flash. If you are going to post photos or videos on social network- we ask, if possible, to put a geotag and the hashtag #minorgeorginian cathedrals
About what is unacceptable
Once again we earnestly ask you to remember that the Cathedral is a functioning church. Please follow generally accepted rules of conduct. If you do not comply, you may be asked to leave the room. In the temple, as in other public places, you cannot kiss, behave provocatively, be rude or disturb other people. If the caretaker asks you to leave the hall, you must do so immediately. You can find out the reasons and all the circumstances in the vestibule of the administration.
Applause and flowers
During concerts in the Cathedral, one is allowed to express one's approval by applause. Those who wish can give flowers to the performers at the end of the concert. If you need help with bouquets, you can contact the caretakers.
Additionally
- When purchasing tickets at the Cathedral, you can ask our employees purchase and prepare a bouquet for the end of the concert, so that you can give it to the performer or another person. You can also leave flowers as decoration for the Cathedral.
- In the vestibule of the temple after each concert you can purchase CDs with recordings of organ music made directly in Cathedral
- After each concert as part of the “Music of the World’s Cathedrals” series You can sign up for a tour of the main organ.
- When purchasing tickets in the Cathedral (or when ordering them by phone), you can ask our employee order a taxi for you. Immediately after the concert you will be met by one of the best taxis in the city. Right in front of the Cathedral.
I had a great time in my 15 minutes at the club. I came to the concert and at some point decided to go to the VIP balcony. But there were problems with the security, or rather with the stupid rules of the club, there was a camera in my briefcase, the club security asked me to put it in a box (Like in a supermarket, it doesn’t inspire confidence, it’s located at the entrance). I wasn’t going to shoot anything with it (I was driving after work, where I needed it, and I couldn’t take it anywhere; and guys, this is “Thursday” and this is “city” - I have an object that fits in the palm of my hand in an inactive state, which is hidden far away, people go to a concert after work and there may be photographers among them), simply didn’t even take it out and unfasten the briefcase (I’m glad that you considered it a highly professional technique, but “oh” that’s not entirely true).
I offered to leave them a minimum of batteries and a maximum of lenses, and take the carcass with them since without it it would not work (Guarantee for security that I would not be able to use it), and the carcass was the most valuable and its cost was quite high (I was not comfortable leaving it in the proposed place and there’s no point in sitting around worrying the whole concert) - but that didn’t suit the security either.
As a result, I still had a used VIP ticket in my hands, but I was not able to attend the concert. Thank you, nothing more to say.
And now the point: If you invite people to leave expensive things in boxes at the entrance, then be kind enough to install safe deposit boxes that inspire confidence, or at worst draw up an agreement for the provision of such services, where there are at least some guarantees, I have no doubt about the competence of the security workers, but there is no desire and no sense in trying to create a problematic situation out of nothing. If something goes missing, you, like me, know what to say to both parties in order to get away with it. This is not the point. Improve this point, I of course understand that everyone is running around and clapping flashes, but the option I proposed was the most optimal, I was ready for any sanctions if applied, but not to leave it somewhere with someone). As for the principles of security, a sufficient number of people with prof. cameras (with lenses, since they are considered super-duper professional because of the lenses) they missed the concert, the point was to stand my ground and force me to leave my things in your rickety box? This is nonsense, again, I understand these are the rules, but it was possible to get out of the situation. I don’t demand a conversation with the administrators (this is stupid, and the rules are clear to me, but there was no violation on my part, and I’m not going to return the money (the concert cannot be returned, the money doesn’t matter, the situation itself is like a stain now), I just understand that how There were dinosaur rules 15 years ago, and apparently they remain the same. Eternal problems with some clumsy and wooden fulfillment of obligations. I may be wrong a hundred times, but if you “can’t take photographs” has turned into “can’t carry” then create at least a storage room and document every situation.
And to be honest, there is an opinion that no one cares about the inspection of things, it is important to find a person with something expensive and force him without documentary evidence (there are simply no guarantees) to leave the thing - of course, I also offered you a familiar way out of the situation, but you offer conditions that they simply leave no choice. I don’t doubt your professionalism, but guys, I’m not so dashing as to tempt fate with you, where if you go missing, you’ll simply throw up your hands, this is very similar to a strange scam. I have to spoil my mood and leave. Thank you. I hope you will pay attention to my remark, because there is nothing else to call this except a theatrical production. There are rules, and there are proposals for solving them; what you are proposing in this situation is at the level of a supermarket, and not a concert club in the center of Moscow.
P.S. There are no questions to the event organizers, sound, etc. I didn’t have time to evaluate it - I left. I apologize in advance for spelling or if I offended you in any way. It's boiling. I hope in the future, if the situation repeats, you will reconsider this precedent using my example and solve this problem differently. But thank you for giving us the opportunity to listen to Western music on your site, albeit with complications, if next time I come to you and find myself in the same situation, I hope this problem will be solved in a more civilized way.
