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The Parco della Musica is a large multi-function public music complex to the north of Rome--in the area where the 1960 Olympics had been staged. Three large concert halls are structurally separated to insure soundproofing, though joined at the base by a continuous lobby. A fourth concert hall is the open air theater recalling Greco-Roman theaters. The fan shaped layout is formed around the central piazza. The blobs, beetles, scarabs, turtles, insect carapaces, computer mice--all are names given to these structures with thin red Roman brick and weighty dramatic lead roofs. |
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The largest hall, Santa Cecilia |
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The medium-sized hall, Sala Sinopoli This 1200 seat hall was designed for flexibility with an adjustable stage and seating. |
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Sala Petrassi, the smallest hall With 700 seats, this hall was designed for chamber music or baroque concerts, theatrical performances, and operas. |
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Views of the open air amphitheater and
central piazza This Roman-inspired theater connects the three "music boxes" in a fan shape. It can seat an audience of about 3000 people. |
