Fodor's Expert Review Filharmonia Szczecińska

In 2014, Szczecin opened this magnificent new philharmonic hall, designed by Spanish architects Barozzi/Veiga of Barcelona. It stands on the precise spot where the old Konzerthaus used to stand before the war. The award-winning building will take your breath away: light and daring, it is nevertheless well-placed within its neo-Gothic context. Inside, it only gets better: the interiors are a perfect marriage of visual aesthetics and excellent acoustics. In addition to the Szczecin Symphonic Orchestra led by Rune Bergmann, Filharmonia hosts a succession of eager guest orchestras, ensembles, and bands, playing all kinds of music—the programming concept is open and versatile. The institution organizes numerous and varied educational programs for children, festivals, competitions and workshops. Visitors have been known to travel specifically for the purpose of visiting the Philharmonic for a concert, but you can take a tour usually every Tuesday and Friday at 5 pm (though you must ask at the box office for availability). READ LESS