Munetsugu Hall by Norihiko Dan
At the end of March, Munetsugu Hall by Norihiko Dan was established in Naka Ward, Nagoya. It is located in a residential area, so particular attention was paid to sound insulation. The ceiling of the hall is nearly six meters high, while the flooring is made of 200-year-old Japanese red pine that had been used as beams in an old house.
The hall was built on a square shoebox-plan which is said to ensure excellent acoustics. “Playing at
a decent hall is a good opportunity for students and provides them with great experience,” Kijima
said. The university is planning to hold a lecture for amateur orchestras based in the ward, and will
conduct public programs at the hall.
The 310-seat hall is the result. While hoping the reputation of the hall will spread by word of mouth,
Munetsugu has launched a competition to nurture young violinists. “I want young people to find a
tune which can change their life. It is really hard to make profits by operating a hall. I’m going to
commit to sowing seeds this and next year,” he said.
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July 22, 2008 - Category: Architecture, Latest - Posted by: Hans - Comments: 0