The DiMenna Center for Classical Music

The DiMenna Center for Classical Music, located at 450 W 37th St, New York, NY 10018, USA, offers a range of versatile meeting, conference, and event facilities tailored for various needs. Here is a detailed description of the function rooms and their capacities, along with the services provided:

Function Rooms and Capacities

• Mary Flagler Cary Hall

• Size: 3,465 square feet (63' W x 55' 7" D)
• Capacity: 250
• Features:
• Large column-free space
• Vaulted ceilings
• Hardwood floor
• Theatrical rigging and lighting
• Active Acoustic design by E-Coustic Systems
• Steinway D 9-foot grand piano
• Tables, orchestra chairs, music stands, and conductor's podium
• Services:
• Ideal for corporate events, fashion shows, video and photo shoots, product launches, parties, and galas
• Equipped with state-of-the-art audio and video recording capabilities

• Norman S. Benzaquen Hall

• Size: 1,610 square feet (46' 1"W x 35' 6"D)
• Capacity: 85
• Features:
• Large, column-free space
• Vaulted ceilings
• Hardwood floor
• Steinway D 9-foot grand piano
• Tables, orchestra chairs, music stands, and conductor's podium
• Lawo 200+ channel mc2-56 mixing console
• Dual 128 channel Protools HDX Rec/Editing/Mixing
• Full video playback for Film & TV post-audio mixing
• FO connectivity for external streaming/remote recording
• Services:
• Suitable for smaller ensembles, private lessons, dance rehearsals, and theatrical productions
• Equipped with state-of-the-art recording facilities operated by Audiosmith Digital Solutions

• Marianne Lockwood Green Room

• Size: 13' 4" W x 16' 8" D
• Capacity: Ideal for 2–6-person ensemble rehearsals
• Features:
• Steinway Model M piano
• High-speed internet and phone lines
• Music stands
• Chairs, table, and sofa (available upon request)
• Services:
• Ideal for ensemble rehearsals, sectionals, recording projects, and green room space for groups renting Cary Hall or Benzaquen Hall
• Can also be used for conference breakout sessions, preparation space for presenters, as a dressing room for artists, or as a VIP lounge at events

Additional Services

• Recording Facilities: The DiMenna Center offers state-of-the-art recording facilities, including in-house recording services provided by Audiosmith Digital Solutions. The facilities can be outfitted to exact specifications.

• Performance Venues: The center provides unique performance venues with first-rate acoustics, flexible seating options, adjustable acoustic environments, and HD audio and video recording capabilities.

• Event Services: The center is centrally located near public transportation, parking, restaurants, and shops, making it an ideal location for various events.

The DiMenna Center for Classical Music is a versatile venue that caters to a wide range of musical and non-musical events, offering a blend of acoustically optimized spaces and state-of-the-art facilities.