The interior of the Hall....This amazing structure has some of the best acoustics of anywhere in the world! The side boxes are hollow, with Celtic cutouts, the ceiling is also hollow, giving one the sense of being INSIDE a finely crafted musical instrument. The seats are wood, with upholstery that does not absorb the sound. Every detail of this incredible structure was carefully thought out and beautifully crafted. The woodwork, with all the intricate diamond shapes, inlay compasses and stars and even handmade bead-boarding was overseen and largely created by Larry Birkelbach, master craftsman....more on him later.....The Hall is a wonder to behold, but to listen to music inside this magical place is indescribable!!!!
Our friend Nick Collier from the Blue Ghost Reunion was able to come out and visit while we were there, since he lives in nearby Smithville. After a lovely lunch in the Star Dining Room Jimmy showed us the newest addition to the Hall since our departure (the upholstered seats) and shared information about the progression of the Hall and its many wonderful details with Nick.
For more information on The Round Top Festival Institute's many events and concerts, or to plan a visit to the grounds, check out their website at: https://festivalhill.org/
Now for a couple of treats from You Tube! The first is James Dick, renowned concert pianist and the founder and artistic director of the Festival Institute: conductor, Charles Olivieri Munroe with the Bucharest Philharmonic, James Dick at the piano playing Rachmaninov's Paganini Variations Part 2
The second is: 2009 Distinguished Alumnus Video featuring Jimmy and his background, as well as his passion that became...Festival Hill:
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