STOCKHOLM CONCERT HALL

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Essentials about the Stockholm Concert Hall in brief

With its beautiful neoclassical architecture, the Konserthuset (Concert Hall) is one of the highlights of Stockholm’s cityscape. Lovers of classical music should definitely take a look at the program when visiting the Swedish capital. But the Konserthuset is also worth a visit for fans of other types of music and art.

The history and architecture of the Stockholm Concert Hall

The Stockholm Concert Hall was built in 1926 according to the plans of architect Ivar Tengbom and is a masterpiece of neoclassical architecture. The building is made of white limestone and has an imposing façade with six columns. The columns are made of gray granite and come from quarries near Vånevik. In front of the building is the Orfeus Fountain from 1936 by sculptor Carl Milles.

The interior was designed by the leading interior designers and artists of the time, including Ewald Dahlskog and Isaac Grünewald. The centerpiece of the Concert Hall is the Great Hall, which has received worldwide acclaim for its acoustic perfection and majestic atmosphere. The Great Hall seats almost 1,800 people. The choice of materials and the sophisticated design of the hall allow for an exceptional sound quality that is appreciated by musicians and visitors alike.

The Stockholm Concert Hall is home to the Royal Stockholm Philharmonic Orchestra. The orchestra was founded in 1892 and is one of the leading orchestras in Europe. The orchestra regularly gives concerts at Konserthuset.

The Nobel Prizes in the Stockholm Concert Hall

The Stockholm Concert Hall becomes known to a global audience at the annual Nobel Prize ceremony. Every year on December 10, the world’s most coveted scientific awards are presented here.