The Beall Concert Hall at the University of Oregon marks its centenary this year, reaffirming its reputation as an acclaimed acoustic venue for music. Hosting notable events such as the Oregon Bach Festival until July 13 and the Chamber Music at Beall series, the 520-seat hall continues to spark debate over its acoustics compared to similar venues. Acoustical consultants Joseph Myers and Anthony Shou, who contributed to the hall's enhancements, advocate for its sound purity, emphasizing minimal adjustments made to enhance the auditory experience while retaining the hall's original character.
"Our mission was aimed at extending the usefulness of the hall without changing it too much. We tried to do as little as we could by fixing as little as we could."
"I prefer Beall, though he hasn't listened to music in every concert hall. But it's like comparing Matisse and Picasso. People will have an opinion."
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