IsarphilharmonieMunich’s most modern concert hall
Welcome to the Isarphilharmonie
Since the Isarphilharmonie opened in October 2021, it has quickly gained a reputation for its special atmosphere and excellent sound. The list of orchestras performing here reads like a veritable Who’s Who, headed by the Munich Philharmonic, the Bavarian Radio Symphony Orchestra and the Munich Chamber Orchestra. High profile concert agencies see the auditorium as the perfect place for guest appearances by national and international orchestras and it also hosts jazz productions and large-scale popular music concerts of all genres.
But the Isarphilharmonie also has another string to its bow: it can be blacked out, making it the ideal venue for film screenings – with or without orchestral accompaniment. The auditorium is equipped with a large screen and top-class cinematic sound systems.
“I’ve played at the Isarphilharmonie a few times now and I really like the hall; there’s something simple, unpretentious and direct about it. I also like the colour and the light; it feels good to be there and to play – whatever the line-up.”
What’s on in the Isarphilharmonie
Architecture & acoustics
The building that houses the Isarphilharmonie is a steel structure with an internal volume of nearly 60,000 cubic metres. The concert hall itself can accommodate almost 2000 guests and is made from prefabricated solid wood elements. The walls are clad with black-stained softwood panels, while the stage and floors are made from light cedar wood for a striking contrast. The Isarphilharmonie at Gasteig HP8 was built by the general contractor NÜSSLI to the plans of architects gmp (Gerkan, Marg und Partner).
“I am so happy! Look at me, I still haven’t stopped smiling.”
The unrivalled sound of the Isarphilharmonie was created by Nagata Acoustics International – the team led by star acoustician Yasuhisa Toyota – who were also involved with the construction of the Elbphilharmonie Hamburg and the Philharmonie de Paris.
Read more about the Acoustic Design of the Isarphilharmonie in Sendling in our magazine article “There Must Always Be a Touch of Magic”.
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Virtual tour of the Isarphilharmonie
Visit the concert hall from your computer – simply click with your mouse on the areas in the top right-hand corner of the screen! Use the arrows at the bottom to change the view and get a 360-degree panorama.
Isarphilharmonie for event organizers
Rent the Isarphilharmonie
Interested in renting the Isarphilharmonie for an event? You’ll find all the legal information, technical plans and contact details of the project management team here.
The foyer of Hall E
The foyer of the Isarphilharmonie is housed in Hall E, a former transformer warehouse dating from the 1920s. Every effort was made during the extensive renovation to retain and enhance the building’s industrial charm. The exterior of Hall E is made of red brick, while its large glass roof means that the interior is bright and spacious. The old industrial crane remains suspended from the ceiling, harking back to its history as a transformer hall. The ground floor of the bustling foyer also houses the GAiA Deli & News reading cafe, the GAiA Bar, the information and ticket desk, as well as the Projektor hall.
