Concertgebouw or Concert Hall - modern architecture
The Concert Hall was built for the honoers of Cultural Capital of Europe in 2002. The designers of this brand new modern building are Paul Robbrecht and Hilde Daem, the winners of an international architecture contest. Their vision was a building that strives to a harmonious balance with the historical envirronment. The concertgebouw opened in 2002, but was finished only a few years later.
It consists of two halls, the big concert hall with amazing acoustics and the chamber music hall where smaller, more intimate concerts can be organized. The concertgebouw is completely sound-proof because of its structure. It is built on 10.000 springs that absorbe all kinds of vibration.
The big red building, with an industrial-like interior, takes over several of the tasks of the Stadsschouwburg. Opera was transferred to the modern building on 't Zand. In 2005 the concertgebouw already boasted a prestigious program within the scope of the anniversary of Mozart. The renowned Anima Eterna, under Jos Van Immerseel is now resident orchestra.
Also in 2005, the tourist and a part of cultural office of Bruges moved to the concertgebouw, they are now on the groundfloor.In & Uit is the place to get your questions answered and where you can buy tickets for nearly all concerts and events in Bruges.
The 5th, 6th and 7th floor are now exposition area, and is called Forum+. Every semester there is a new exposition. At the same time you can enjoy a breathtaking panoramic view from the terrace on the 7th floor.
