National Taiwan Music Cottage Introduction
This unique music culture park in Taiwan features not only a concert hall for the National Symphony Orchestra of Taiwan but also an "Instrument Display Area," where visitors can see the instruments used by the orchestra. Through digital technology and audiovisual equipment, one can learn about the playing methods and related knowledge of these instruments. The "Audiovisual Culture Square" located on the upper floor of the instrument display area provides a rich database for music appreciation and research. It includes open-access sections like a journal area, library area, and multimedia materials area, where visitors can select their favorite music videos or CDs before heading to the personal viewing area for a closer listening experience. Additionally, the Audiovisual Culture Square has dedicated display areas for "Opera" and "Composers," showcasing operatic works performed by the National Symphony Orchestra of Taiwan since its establishment and the works of representative composers from Taiwan. It also documents the orchestra's presence across various counties, townships, cultural centers, and performance halls in the country. Moreover, the "Quality Studio" offers visiting musicians and artists a complete space for creative activities and rehearsal preparations, while the "Workshop Center" plays an essential role in promoting music education and appreciation. The overall space of the park integrates learning, appreciation, performance, and experiential elements, inviting you to come with friends and easily delve into classical music. The concert hall officially opened on December 1, 2002, and is a medium-sized performance venue with a total of 574 seats. To achieve perfect acoustic presentation, the side walls of the audience area are designed with adjustable acoustic panels, ensuring professional quality in music performances. Besides concerts, the venue is also suitable for opera and dance performances. It is equipped with professional recording studios and rehearsal rooms, making it a concert hall that meets international standards in terms of stage, acoustics, recording equipment, and audience seating. The front exterior wall of the concert hall features a ceramic sculpture 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. At the time of its completion, it was the largest public art piece in the country and the biggest ceramic wall creation in Southeast Asia.
