RECORDING REHEARSAL SPECIAL EVENTS

RECORDING REHEARSAL SPECIAL EVENTS FEATURES & AMENITIES 1

MADE FOR MUSIC Located in midtown Manhattan, The DiMenna Center offers acoustically-optimized rehearsal and recording spaces with a wide array of amenities for musicians ranging from soloists to symphony orchestras and choruses. CAFÉ & LOUNGES MUSIC PREPARATION FACILITY SHORT-TERM INSTRUMENT STORAGE WI-FI ACCESS THROUGHOUT THE BUILDING STAGED FOR SUCCESS The Center s warm beauty, convenient location, and innovative design make it a unique and memorable site for special events including fundraisers, workshops, seminars, performances, fashion shows, corporate retreats, film shoots, and screenings. Cover and inside spread photos credit Francis Dzikowski/Esto, Courtesy of H3 Hardy Collaboration Architecture 1 RESERVATIONS & INFORMATION AT DIMENNACENTER.ORG MADE FOR MUSIC STAGED FOR SUCCESS 2

S PECIA L E VEN TS THE DIMENNA CENTER IS THE PERFECT HARMONY OF WHERE FORM MEETS FUNCTION. Ev e n t D e s i g n e r D a v i d M o n n The Row fashion show, courtesy of Brachfeld Productions; Arts Education concert, credit John Calabrese; Donor dinner, credit Eric Weiss; Project Creo, credit Lee Wexler; Ensemble Sospeso with decor by Art of Tension, credit Aleksandr Karjaka Located in midtown Manhattan, The DiMenna Center has everything you need to make your event a success. Our distinctive spaces can suit a wide variety of gatherings and functions. From grand to intimate whether you re looking for a corporate meeting site with multimedia capabilities or an elegant setting for a social event The DiMenna Center will make your event unforgettable. 3 R E S E R VAT I O N S & I N F O R M AT I O N AT D I M E N N A C E N T E R.O R G SPECIAL EVENTS 4

RECORDINGS State-of-the-art acoustical design and flexible facilities make The DiMenna Center an ideal venue for recording. With analog and digital connections for multi-track recording, and rooms fitted for fiber optics, all spaces can accommodate a wide range of production needs and equipment. All rooms provide properly isolated A/C power, and noise coefficient ratings are consistent with professional recording standards. Acoustical design for the Center was created by A kustiks, one of the world s leading acoustical firms. DISCOVERING THE DIMENNA CENTER WAS LIKE FINDING A HIDDEN GEM IN NEW YORK CITY. MY EXPERIENCE RECORDING THERE WAS TRULY ONE OF A KIND. Artist Essie Jain, on making her live audiovisual recording at The DiMenna Center Raise You by Essie Jain and Nico Muhly, courtesy of Dig for Fire; Patrick Summers conducting Orchestra of St. Luke s, credit Eric Weiss; Kenai featuring the Dan Wilensky Quartet (video on YouTube) MARY FLAGLER CARY HALL SINGULARLY ADDS TO THE BRIGHTLY WARM AMBIANCE. Audiophile Audition, reviewing Joyce Yang s piano album Collage, recorded at The DiMenna Center 5 RESERVATIONS & INFORMATION AT DIMENNACENTER.ORG RECORDINGS 6

REHEARSALS THE BEST REHEARSAL VENUE FOR ORCHESTRAS IN THE CITY! American Symphony Orchestra Iván Fischer conducts Orchestra of St. Luke s, Musica Sacra, Richard Paul Fink, and Kelley O Connor, credit Paul Goode The DiMenna Center has hosted rehearsals for thousands of local and touring musicians of all levels and backgrounds. Acoustically-optimized spaces and user amenities ensure the best possible environment for preparation of a musical performance. Recent users include Iván Fischer, Renée Fleming, Emanuel Ax, Susan Graham, Christian Tetzlaff, Joshua Bell, Tan Dun, Philip Glass, Sarah Chang, Matthias Pintscher, Lincoln Center, Carnegie Hall, New York Philharmonic, International Contemporary Ensemble, Silk Road Ensemble, The Knights, Orpheus Chamber Orchestra, American Symphony Orchestra, New York Youth Symphony, American Ballet Theater, San Francisco Opera, La Scala, Musica Sacra, and American Brass Quintet. A WELCOMING NEW REHEARSAL SPACE ANY MUSICIAN WOULD ENVY. NPR Music 7 RESERVATIONS & INFORMATION AT DIMENNACENTER.ORG REHEARSAL 8

MARY FLAGLER CARY HALL NORMAN S. BENZAQUEN HALL Dimensions: 3,395 sq. ft. (62 4 D x 66 5 W) Capacity: 299 standing / 180 seated Dimensions: 1,649 sq. ft. (40 9 D x 42 8 W) Capacity: 74 Suitable for large orchestras and choruses, recording sessions (including film soundtracks), theatrical projects, and special events. Outfitted for recording. Features & available equipment: Steinway D 9-foot piano, retractable film screen, skylight window, high ceilings, tables, chairs, music stands, bass stools, and conductor podium. Ideal for chamber orchestras, choruses, large chamber ensembles, recording projects, and special events. Outfitted for recording. Features & available equipment: Steinway D 9-foot piano, high ceilings, tables, chairs, music stands, bass stools, and conductor podium. Photos credit Francis Dzikowski/Esto, Courtesy of H3 Hardy Collaboration Architecture 9 MARY FLAGLER CARY HALL NORMAN S. BENZAQUEN HALL 10

ENSEMBLE ROOM LEARNING & MEDIA STUDIO Dimensions: 225 sq. ft. (14 7 D x 15 8 W) Capacity: 10 Suitable for chamber ensembles, breakout sessions, and sectional rehearsals. Outfitted for recording. Features & available equipment: Steinway M or upright piano, couch, tables, chairs, music stands, and bass stools. Dimensions: 570 sq. ft. (28 4 D x 20 3 W) Capacity: 30 MARIANNE LOCKWOOD GREEN ROOM Dimensions: 190 sq. ft. (12 8 D x 15 8 W) Capacity: 8 Rehearsal space for chamber ensembles and sectionals. Can also be used for breakout sessions, or as a green room for groups renting Cary or Benzaquen Halls. Outfitted for recording. Features & available equipment: Steinway M piano, private phone line, couch, tables, chairs, music stands, and bass stools. Ideal for rehearsals, meetings, seminars, or long-distance learning. Outfitted as a control room for recording with interconnectivity to all spaces in the Center. Features & available equipment: SMART Board, tables, chairs, music stands, and bass stools. Credit Francis Dzikowski/Esto, Courtesy of H3 Hardy Collaboration Architecture Smaller rooms also available for lessons, private practice, and warm up for soloists and speakers. 11 ENSEMBLE ROOM MARIANNE LOCKWOOD GREEN ROOM LEARNING & MEDIA STUDIO 12

RECORDINGS LEFT SECTIONAL PERFORMANCES FASHION SHOWS FILM SHOOTS & SCREENINGS SEMINARS & WORKSHOPS LAUNCHES & EVENTS RIGHT SECTIONAL REHEARSALS FUNDRAISERS CORPORATE RETREATS Å BOOK HERE RESERVATIONS & INFORMATION AT DIMENNACENTER.ORG OR CALL 212.594.6100 The DiMenna Center for Classical Music was made possible through a partnership with the City of New York, leadership support from Joe & Diana DiMenna, the Mary Flagler Cary Charitable Trust, Victor Elmaleh, and the board of directors of Orchestra of St. Luke s. Initial operating support for The DiMenna Center for Classical Music provided by The Mary Flagler Cary Charitable Trust and The Andrew W. Mellon Foundation. Its programs are supported, in part, by: Courtesy of H3 Hardy Collaboration Architecture

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