Mosteiro de Santa Maria de Pombeiro
Fachada / Front
Porta principal / Main door
Coro alto e órgão de tubos / Balcony and pipe organ
Fachada / Front
Saint Mary of Pombeiro was one of the most important Benedictine monasteries in the area between the Douro and Minho rivers, and was founded by D. Gomes Echiegues and his wife Gontroda in 1102.
The Church, built between the 12th and 13th centuries, features three naves, divided by diaphragm-arches with painted wooden ceilings on the lateral naves. The original plant of the chancel, rebuilt in the 18th century, was semi-circular, typical of the Romanesque style, as were the still existing apses [secondary chapels]. The main portal capitals are a remarkable example of Romanesque sculpture.
From: Rota do Românico
The Space
Large space situated in peaceful surroundings. It invites one to artistic creation and offers a wide variety of layouts given the space.
It has ample spaces which can be used as control booth and, even though the sound insulation is moderate, given its location, it is protected from intense noise (traffic and human noise).
Relatively well kept despite somewhat cold at the time of the visit.
Strong points
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Ample space with several layout possibilities.
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Ample space for the control booth.
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Good and plenty natural light.
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Possibility of turning off the noisy lights and the church bells.
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Peaceful surroundings with little noise.
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Easy access (parking, and loading and unloading)
Weak points
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Reasonable acoustic insulation but insufficient when there was noise outside.
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Cold space.
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Some light bulbs made a noise.
Score from 0 to 10
9
The Sound
The recordings were all made using the same methodology, keeping the same distances between performers and using the same recording technique (AB Omni 40cm spacing)
This is a very rich space from an acoustic point of view, allowing for a variety of possible recording results. In addition to the 3 naves, it has a main chapel of considerable size. It is a space with a long reverberation time, so it is suitable for small, medium and large instrumental ensembles.
Strong points
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Complexity of reverb.
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Various possibilities for sound recording with the naturally long pre-delay.
Weak points
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Danger of contamination by the loudest instrument due to the long reverb time.
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In certain layouts, the musicians may have difficulty in hearing one another.
Score from 0 to 10
9
The Surroundings
Space located in peaceful surroundings, encircled by nature. Close to a medium-size urban centre (Felgueiras) with access to many services.
Strong points
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Peaceful surroundings.
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Easy access (close to the highway)
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Catering and accommodation nearby.
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Good turnout at the concert.
Weak points
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Monastery located on a vale very cold and humid in the winter, but cool during summer.
Score from 0 to 10
8
Important Information and Documents
Complete Documents
The Space
The Sound
The Surroundings
Contacts
For more information about this space or the project:
E-mail: projectocardo@gmail.com
Telf.: +351 912 332 530
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