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A short guide to choosing a seat at a classical music concert.
You have chosen the concert you want to attend. Now there is another important step ahead - choosing a location.
From this article you will learn what you should pay attention to when buying a ticket, where it is better to sit, and the price-quality ratio.
Where to start choosing a place at a concert?
The halls are different. Blue, white, red
- What zones are there on the diagram?
- Is there a balcony or is there only a stall in the hall?
- How many seats are there in total?
Balcony or ground floor? What's better?
Everyone is asking this question. You need to understand that the balcony or choir is an elevation in the hall. those. you will be looking down at the musician.
The balcony can be central, right, left. The central balcony or choir is located at the very end of the stalls above the last rows of the stalls. This means that the distance to the artist is the same, but there are not hundreds of heads in front of you.
The location of the right and left balconies is clear from their names. Often balconies “climb” onto the stage. Those. You will be sitting very close to the performer, but may be looking at him from the side.
Typically, a balcony belongs to the budget category and costs quite significantly lower than the ground floor. At the same time, in terms of audibility there will be - depending on your luck.
The ground floor can be flat and with a slight elevation. The center of the ground always has priority. How close to buy a ticket from the stage is up to you and your wallet.
If you are going to a concert with a child under 10 years old, but for some reason you are taking the end of the stalls, I highly recommend taking seats near the aisle (in the middle). This is necessary so that you seat your child near the aisle, and your child can lean out slightly into the middle of the hall and the musician can be seen, even in the last row of the stalls. Otherwise, your child will only see people's heads.
Where will you be able to see and hear well?
It's no secret that the cheaper the place, the further it is from the stage. Accordingly, the further it is from the stage, the worse you will be able to see and hear. Of course, you always want to sit as close as possible, but let’s say at a piano concert, the difference is not big where to sit because This instrument is powerful and loud. It will be heard everywhere.
And if you went to a classical guitar concert, it’s better to sit closer. This is due to the features of the tool.
Is there some more important factor. If you see that there are few tickets left, I highly recommend buying a seat for yourself as close as possible. A large number of people in the hall absorb the sound like a sponge, which means that the farther you sit, the more people will be in front of you.
To sum it up.
Based on our 6 years of experience in organizing concerts and drawing up plans best places.
You should always focus on your budget, but it’s better not to skimp on really cool concerts.
Have a nice time and new impressions!
I had a great time in my 15 minutes at the club. I came to the concert and at some point decided to go to the VIP balcony. But there were problems with the security, or rather with the stupid rules of the club, there was a camera in my briefcase, the club security asked me to put it in a box (Like in a supermarket, it doesn’t inspire confidence, it’s located at the entrance). I wasn’t going to shoot anything with it (I was driving after work, where I needed it, and I couldn’t take it anywhere; and guys, this is “Thursday” and this is “city” - I have an object that fits in the palm of my hand in an inactive state, which is hidden far away, people go to a concert after work and there may be photographers among them), simply didn’t even take it out and unfasten the briefcase (I’m glad that you considered it a highly professional technique, but “oh” that’s not entirely true).
I offered to leave them a minimum of batteries and a maximum of lenses, and take the carcass with them since without it it would not work (Guarantee for security that I would not be able to use it), and the carcass was the most valuable and its cost was quite high (I was not comfortable leaving it in the proposed place and there’s no point in sitting around worrying the whole concert) - but that didn’t suit the security either.
As a result, I still had a used VIP ticket in my hands, but I was not able to attend the concert. Thank you, nothing more to say.
And now the point: If you invite people to leave expensive things in boxes at the entrance, then be kind enough to install safe deposit boxes that inspire confidence, or at worst draw up an agreement for the provision of such services, where there are at least some guarantees, I have no doubt about the competence of the security workers, but there is no desire and no sense in trying to create a problematic situation out of nothing. If something goes missing, you, like me, know what to say to both parties in order to get away with it. This is not the point. Improve this point, I of course understand that everyone is running around and clapping flashes, but the option I proposed was the most optimal, I was ready for any sanctions if applied, but not to leave it somewhere with someone). As for the principles of security, a sufficient number of people with prof. cameras (with lenses, since they are considered super-duper professional because of the lenses) they missed the concert, the point was to stand my ground and force me to leave my things in your rickety box? This is nonsense, again, I understand these are the rules, but it was possible to get out of the situation. I don’t demand a conversation with the administrators (this is stupid, and the rules are clear to me, but there was no violation on my part, and I’m not going to return the money (the concert cannot be returned, the money doesn’t matter, the situation itself is like a stain now), I just understand that how There were dinosaur rules 15 years ago, and apparently they remain the same. Eternal problems with some kind of clumsy and wooden fulfillment of obligations. I may be wrong a hundred times, but if you “cannot take photographs” has turned into “cannot carry” then. create at least a storage room and document every situation.
And to be honest, there is an opinion that no one cares about the inspection of things, it is important to find a person with something expensive and force him without documentary evidence (there are simply no guarantees) to leave the thing - of course, I also offered you a familiar way out of the situation, but you offer conditions that they simply leave no choice. I don’t doubt your professionalism, but guys, I’m not so dashing as to tempt fate with you, where if you go missing, you’ll simply throw up your hands, this is very similar to a strange scam. I have to spoil my mood and leave. Thank you. I hope you will pay attention to my remark, because there is nothing else to call this except as a theatrical production. There are rules, and there are proposals for solving them; what you are proposing in this situation is at the level of a supermarket, and not a concert club in the center of Moscow.
P.S. There are no questions to the event organizers, sound, etc. I didn’t have time to evaluate it - I left. I apologize in advance for spelling or if I offended you in any way. It's boiling. I hope in the future, if the situation repeats, you will reconsider this precedent using my example and solve this problem differently. But thank you for giving us the opportunity to listen to Western music on your site, albeit with complications, if next time I come to you and find myself in the same situation, I hope this problem will be solved in a more civilized way.
The Cathedral on Malaya Gruzinskaya is a functioning Catholic Church, and concerts are held during free time from services. Holding concerts is a centuries-old tradition, providing everyone (regardless of beliefs and views) with the opportunity to join the millennium cultural heritage. But, as in any place, there are certain rules:
CONCERTS IN THE CATHEDRAL ON MALAYA GRUZINSKAYA
Invitation cards
Entry to most concerts is by invitation. You can purchase them directly at the Cathedral, as well as on our website. You can read more about how to do this and, just as importantly, why you need to do this on our website. Be careful not to purchase tickets from resellers or on resources not listed on our website: such invitations may be invalid.
Tickets can only be returned before the concert (no later than 30 minutes before the start of the concert). The organizers have the right to replace the announced concert with another, in which case the tickets can be returned to the box office at the Cathedral until the start of the concert.
Remember that to visit the Cathedral at other (non-concert) times, invitations are not required. The temple is open daily from 7:00 to 20:00. Tickets are also not needed in cases where the event poster or program states that admission is free.
Appearance (dress code)
It is not necessary to select evening dresses: concerts take place within the walls of the existing Cathedral - you just need to remember this. Among the strict regulations: clothing should not reveal the neckline, knees, back or shoulders; it should not contain provocative inscriptions or images. For the rest, you can get by with a completely democratic form of clothing.
Our lovely listeners are free to choose what they want to wear: whether it’s a dress or trousers; Covering your head is not necessary. Men are supposed to be in the Cathedral without a headdress.
Please note that there is no wardrobe in the Cathedral. Visitors enter the temple wearing outerwear, which they can, if desired, take off and keep with them. During the cold season, the Cathedral premises are heated.
Age
Concerts in the Cathedral are open to everyone, including the youngest listeners. The only limitation is your own strength and sanity. We do not recommend taking children to evening concerts. For family outings, it is better to choose a daytime concert (series “concerts for the whole family”).
If the child starts crying or being capricious, you will have to go out into the vestibule with him or even leave the concert early. In this regard, we ask listeners with small children to sit in seats closer to the exit. Based on our practice, children under 5-6 years old almost never “stand” a full evening concert.
Our smaller brothers
We fully share St. Francis' love for all creation, but we ask that you leave your pets at home. They are not allowed into the Cathedral even at a very advanced age.
Omnia mea...
Please avoid coming to the Cathedral for a concert with food, drinks, suitcases and other large, explosive or cutting objects. you will not be allowed into the hall with them.
BEFORE THE CONCERT
When is the best time to approach?
It is best to arrive to the concert no earlier than 20-15 minutes before it starts. The fact is that before the concerts, divine services are held in the Cathedral, and after them the hall is prepared for the concert, during which the listeners are forced to stay in the vestibule, where it can be quite crowded. To avoid unpleasant experiences, we urge you to be punctual.
However, we ask you not to be late. Late listeners can enter the hall only during breaks between numbers of the concert program, while visitors are required to occupy the empty seats closest to the entrance (the seats indicated on the latecomer’s ticket lose their relevance)
I'm thinking of purchasing a ticket just before the concert...
Yes it is possible. Within an hour before the concert starts, you can purchase a ticket by going down the stairs (from the vestibule - to the left). In such cases, we highly recommend that you arrive a little earlier and, after purchasing tickets, take the opportunity to visit a nearby cafe or simply stroll through the beautiful grounds of the Cathedral.
Sobriety of mind and peace of mind
Please be calm and take your time to pass everyone else on the way to your cherished goal as soon as the caretakers begin to let listeners into the hall. This type of behavior is not only inappropriate in church, it is also dangerous to your health. We count on your understanding!
(We also hope that you understand the sobriety mentioned, as we do - in every sense.)
Invitation control
Please be prepared to show your invitation cards to the rangers. If you have a special invitation for social organizations, be prepared to also demonstrate a document confirming your involvement in a specific organization.
Seats in the central and side naves
Please take your seats as shown on your tickets.
If your invitations are for seats in the central nave, the row and seat are indicated on the ticket.
If you choose free seating in the side naves, you can take any place, but only in the side naves (not in the central one).
If you have any difficulties, please contact the caretakers for help.
Altar, chapel, stained glass windows, confessionals, organs, bells...
You can learn in detail about how our Cathedral is structured at. We kindly ask you not to perform it privately, and not to walk around the Cathedral for such a purpose (“to look”) before the concert. Moreover, we ask you not to enter the altar area or behind the fences. After the concert, if you wish, you can ask our employees any questions about the structure of the Cathedral (they wear name badges).
DURING THE CONCERT
Photo and video
You can take pictures in the Cathedral during a concert, but only without flash. If you are going to post photos or videos on a social network, please, if possible, put a geotag and the hashtag #cathedralsofsmallGeorgian
About what is unacceptable
Once again we earnestly ask you to remember that the Cathedral is a functioning church. Please follow generally accepted rules of conduct. If you do not comply with them, you may be asked to leave the hall. In the temple, as in others in public places, you cannot kiss, behave provocatively, be rude and disturb other people. If the caretaker asks you to leave the hall, you must do so immediately. You can find out the reasons and all the circumstances in the vestibule of the administration.
Applause and flowers
During concerts in the Cathedral, one is allowed to express one's approval by applause. Those who wish can give flowers to the performers at the end of the concert. If you need help with bouquets, you can contact the caretakers.
Additionally
- When purchasing tickets at the Cathedral, you can ask our employees purchase and prepare a bouquet for the end of the concert, so that you can give it to the performer or another person. You can also leave flowers as decoration for the Cathedral.
- In the vestibule of the temple after each concert you can purchase CDs with recordings of organ music made directly in Cathedral
- After each concert as part of the “Music of the World’s Cathedrals” series You can sign up for a tour of the main organ.
- When purchasing tickets in the Cathedral (or when ordering them by phone), you can ask our employee order a taxi for you. Immediately after the concert you will be met by one of the best taxis in the city. Right in front of the Cathedral.