Music and Architecture in Harmony Opera Houses and Concert Halls of Europe, 1672-2022
This generously illustrated survey of 90 halls from the past three centuries is a personal selection by the authors, enriched by recommendations from leading musical authorities. These auditoria combine consistently high standards of performance with architectural and acoustical excellence.
Our survey focuses on three periods. Earliest, the court theaters that served rulers and the aristocracy in the 18th century, jewel boxes that now draw music lovers to summer festivals. Secondly, the explosive growth in size of theaters, orchestras, and audiences in the 19th century. Finally, the dramatic advances in design and technology over the past 30 years, as leading architects have
