What it covers

The guides explain how to choose and book a room for a recital or a choir concert, what affects the cost of hiring a hall, how acoustics shape the sound in churches and concert halls, how concert etiquette works, what chamber music is and how to plan a small concert series. They are written for performers, organisers and audiences who are new to the topic.

What it is not

This site does not run, list, promote or sell tickets for any concert, and it is not the website of any venue, hall, church, ensemble, choir or organisation. It does not publish event calendars, prices or contact details for venues. It is not affiliated with any venue or performer, and it does not speak for any of them.

How the guides are written

The text sticks to established general facts and avoids figures that vary from place to place. Where a rule or a fee depends on the venue, the guide says so and suggests what to ask. If you notice an error, treat the guide as a starting point and check it with the venue or with a qualified professional such as an acoustician, a lawyer or an insurer before you act.

Where to go next

Start with the home page, or go straight to how to book a venue for a concert, concert hall acoustics or how to plan a concert series.