Musikverein facts for kids
The Musikverein is a very famous concert hall located in Vienna, Austria. It first opened its doors on January 6, 1870. This building is home to the world-renowned Vienna Philharmonic Orchestra, which performs many concerts here.
Building the Musikverein
The idea for the Musikverein came from the Gesellschaft der Musikfreunde, which means the Society of Friends of Music. They were given the land to build this special hall by Emperor Franz Joseph. In 1907, a beautiful large organ was added to the main hall. This organ was built by an Austrian company called Rieger.
The Golden Hall
The main concert area inside the Musikverein is known as the Goldener Saal. This translates to "The Golden Hall." It has seats for 1,744 people. There is also standing room for an additional 300 visitors. Every year on January 1st, the famous Vienna New Year's Concert takes place here. Millions of people around the world watch this concert on television.
Images for kids
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The Musikverein's front façade by night
See also
In Spanish: Musikverein para niños
