A tourist trap? Maybe. I looked forward to attendi...

A tourist trap? Maybe. I looked forward to attending a show by the philharmonica here ever since I bought the tickets almost one month ahead. Unfortunately I was a bit disappointed that the entire show of a full blown philharmonica was spit out through speakers at loud and very often annoying volume levels.

I would hear the percussionist and look to the left only to realize that the sound was coming from the left-stage speaker and the instrumentist was actually to the right.

All sounds coming from all instruments were equalized, normalized to the point where a gentle bell sounded just as loud as the entire violin group.

The seating in Gallery I and II is ridiculously narrow. Except for the row up front, every other row had its occupants stand up because they couldn't see anything. The top of the seats, no matter the row number, also has a bar that forces your back and shoulders up front.

Although my review might sound very pessimistic, I recommend every one to go and see the place and audit the plays. It is a beautiful atmosphere and a gorgeous place to be in.