Maison symphonique is a concert hall in Montreal, Canada, at 1600 rue Saint-Urbain. It opened in 2011 and is the home of the Orchestre symphonique de Montréal (OSM), so the calendar here is built around the orchestra's own season alongside guest performers and other musical events.
What to expect
The hall is known for its acoustics and its architecture, and both are part of the reason to visit. Whether you come for a full orchestral programme or a classical concert, the room is designed for listening, and the experience of hearing a live symphony there is the main draw.
Visits usually fall into a few kinds:
- Orchestral concerts performed by the OSM
- Classical recitals and guest performances
- Other musical events held in the hall throughout the year
Planning your trip
Because the programme changes, check the hall's listings for the specific performances on the dates you plan to travel. Arriving a little early gives you time to settle in before the music begins.
The hall sits in Montreal, a city with a long musical tradition, so an evening here pairs easily with time spent exploring the city's streets, restaurants and neighbourhoods before or after the concert.