National Taiwan Music Institute Introduction
This is the only music culture park in Taiwan. In addition to the National Taiwan Symphony Orchestra's concert hall, it features an "Instrument Display Area" where visitors can see the instruments used by the orchestra up close. Using digital technology and audio-visual equipment, guests can learn about the performance methods and knowledge related to these instruments. Upstairs in the Instrument Display Area, the "Audio-Visual Cultural Plaza" offers a rich database for music inquiry and appreciation. This area includes sections for journals, books, and multimedia resources, where visitors can choose their favorite music videos or CDs before heading to a personal listening area to enjoy them in detail. Moreover, the Audio-Visual Cultural Plaza has specially designated areas for "Opera" and "Composer," showcasing operas performed by the National Taiwan Symphony Orchestra since its founding, as well as works by representative composers from Taiwan, documenting the orchestra's performances across various counties, towns, cultural centers, and theaters throughout the nation. Additionally, the "Quality Studio" provides a complete space for visiting musicians and artists to engage in creation and rehearsal activities, while the "Study Center" plays a crucial role in promoting music education and appreciation. The overall space in the park combines learning, appreciation, performance, and experience, welcoming friends to easily immerse themselves in classical music. The concert hall was officially opened on December 1, 2002, and is a medium-sized performance venue with a total of 574 seats. To achieve perfect acoustic effects, the side walls of the audience area are designed with adjustable sound panels, ensuring that the quality of musical performances meets professional standards. Besides concerts, the venue is also suitable for opera and dance performances. A professional recording studio and rehearsal rooms have been planned, ensuring that aspects such as stage, sound, recording equipment, and audience seating all meet international standards. The front exterior wall of the concert hall features a ceramic sculpture designed and created by artist Lin Chao-Ching, titled "Musical Feast," where colorful instruments and musical notes appear to dance on the ceramic wall, conveying the rich dynamism of music. Upon completion, it was the largest public artwork in Taiwan and the largest ceramic wall creation in Southeast Asia.
