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Welcome to the Marvelous World of Berliner Philharmonie!

by | Oct 22, 2024 | Original Berlin

If you are a music fan or if you like culture, you might know the Berliner Philharmonie. Located in Berlin, Germany this concert hall is famous for its unique design and great sound quality. Whether you have a deep passion for this genre of music or you are looking forward to trying out what all the fuss is all about, this blog post will educate you on the object of interest, Berliner Philharmonie.

A Brief History

Berliner Philharmonie or Berlin Philharmonic Hall is one of the world’s leading concert halls hosting the world famous orchestra the Berlin Philharmonic Orchestra. It was opened in 1963 and in the present days is an architectural marvel and a resent for newly built Germany.

The building was built with a concept conceived by the well known German architect, Hans Scharoun; His idea of designing the facility was aimed at creating a close contact between the performers and the audiences. The tent-like golden-yellow roof and the vineyard-style seating all pointed up perfect views and acoustics for every audience on all of Scharoun’s creation.

The Architecture

Let me start with the outer appearance of the building, This is a very unique and creative building; the Berliner Philharmonie. The entire façade comprises of concrete, glass, and metal and yields a modern and natural look that complements each other. The facade of the hall demonstrates the concept of active motion, and people are encouraged to penetrate the lively musical space.

Just entering the Philharmonie, you will immediately get the impression of a large warm air with large half-domed and very high ceilings. Interior design has been also flawless: wooden panels on the walls, gentle lighting all around, a lot of calm and that express refined taste.

The main concert hall of the Berliner Philharmonie is named the Großer Saal is the result of fascinating architectural and acoustical design. Again, placing the orchestra in the middle of the stage and in front of the audience makes for unique listening to what the musicians are playing. The wooden finish employed on the walls and ceilings not only provided good acoustic performances but it also give the interior a warmer feel.

The Acoustics

It is perhaps for this reason that the Berliner Philharmonie has one of the finest acoustic styles in the world. On the balance and accurate distribution of sound is the key to ensure that audience receives the desired feeling or emotions during a concert.

The sound conception of the Berliner Philharmonie was realised in cooperation with architects and engineers. With the curved walls and vineyard-style formations in place, the sound waves go around the room thus making sure everyone in the audience gets the best possible view and sound.

The options of finish such as the woody paneling are specific widely influential the hall’s acoustics. Wood also provides better sound diffusion and plays a significant role in controlling the echoes by eliminating the reflection of extra sounds they produce a warm sounding environment.

Events and Performances

Today the Berliner Philharmonie is famous for an outstanding level of musical performances. The Berlin Philharmonic Orchestra performs with some of the world’s best conductor with a style and range from classical to modern music.

The concert programme at the Berliner Philharmonie features symphony concerts, chamber music concerts and performances with guest artists from all over the world. on’t forget to consult the program beforehand and remember to buy tickets because most of the performances are always popular among the audience.

Classic Concert Series

The so called Classic Concert Series forms the backbone of the programming at the Berliner Philharmonie. With works of the European masters as symphonies and concertos, these concerts provide an opportunity to appreciate the Berlin Philharmonic on its best.

Any guest who manages to attend the Berliner Philharmonie for a Classic Concert is sure to remember the day. These concerts feature some of the most beautiful and romantic pieces of Mozart and some of the profound and dedicated ones in Beethoven, among other great legends.

Kammermusiksaal

Besides the Großer Saal the Berliner Philharmonie consists also of the Kammermusiksaal which is a hall for chamber concerts. This type of space is ideal for chamber music performance where members of the orchestra are a few and play closely together.

The very seating arrangement of Kammermusiksaal provide a rather exclusive a peruse realm where the audience receives an up, close and personal view of the orchestrated chamber works. Chamber musicians of great renown and outstanding individual performers have played on this splendid scene.

Practical Information

If you are planning a visit to the Berliner Philharmonie, here are a few essential tips to enhance your experience:

Ticket Reservations

Take note that booking your tickets ahead of getting to the venue is advisable especially if there is growth in tickets’ demand, by the producers of your favorite show or artist. Tickets are available online or at ticket selling centres through the official website of Berliner Philharmonie.

Arrival and Accessibility

Using, public transport the Berliner Philharmonie is fairly easy to locate and access. The Potsdamer Platz is the nearest U-Bahn station which is served by lines U2, U5 and lines U55. If you would like to drive, there is a very small parking lot nearby if you’d like to park your car.

Attire

Unfortunately there isn’t any dress code at the Berliner Philharmonie but this isn’t a problem at all. But it is also important to note that most of the concert attendees seem to dress semi formally in order to enhance the mood of the concert. Everyone is welcome to come dress up or dress casual depending on their choice.

Time Arrival

One of the reasons is the possibility to wander in the beautifully designed facade, as well as to become aware of the surrounding before the play starts. It also makes sure that there’ll be more the enough time to locate the seating arrangement and adjust accordingly.

Electronic Devices

This means people are not allowed to make any form of electronic device especially cell phones to be taken out during the performances. Make certain to turn your devices on silent and do not take pictures or record videos.

In Conclusion

The Berliner Philharmonie is probably one of the most famous landmarks of Berlin as the city’s cultural face. It has the best music hall design considered one of the best of concert halls in the world due to its high quality acoustic features. Seeing a performance at this majestic venue is something I will never forget and for someone with a great passion for music, watching the Berlin Philharmonic Orchestra play is one of the greatest honours of mylif Learn more about our Opening Hours & Tickets and prepare your visit to the fascinating world of the Berliner Philharmonie!

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Free Walking Tour Berlin

When: Every day 10am & 12pm every day
Where: The meeting point is in front of the ehemaliges Kaiserliches Postfuhramt Berlin, Oranienburger Straße, 10117 Berlin, Germany, next to the entrance.
Price: Free