Mosteiro de São Martinho de Tibães
Exterior
Vista para do público / View from the audience
Sala do Capítulo / "Capítulo" room
Exterior
At the end of the 11th century, the Monastery of São Martinho de Tibães was founded, following Benedictine observance, in which the monks followed the rules – silence, obedience, poverty, prayer and work – prescribed by Saint Benedict of Nursia.
The Monastery consists of the church, convent and an outdoor area – the enclosure. The building that stands today was build during the 17th, 18th and 19th centuries. With a functional architecture, it presents a clear separation between the areas for prayer, work, leisure, communication with the outside, areas occupied by the resident community and others reserved for use as the Congregation’s mother house.
The Space
A site of great historical importance, part of a large monastic complex. Needs some maintenance to improve acoustic insulation. Main materials: wood and granite. With many spaces and outbuildings that can be used. Friendly, approachable staff and good management.
Strong points
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Ample room for parking.
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Large space with various set-up possibilities.
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Various storage spaces.
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Various items available for use (chairs etc).
Weak points
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Access to church by lift (capacity for 6 people) or by stairs (30 steps) – long distance.
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Needs maintenance.
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Very damp.
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Railings in the centre nave and presbytery are somewhat limiting.
Score from 0 to 10
6
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)
A grand and beautiful sounding space. Good response across the spectrum and a long reverb that blends musical elements very well.
Various spaces available for setting up control room and for storage.
Limited by the presence of fixed elements (railings) in the nave and presbytery, as well as by noise. A fan in the fire detection system – which cannot be switched off – produces a continuous note which is very conspicuously audible.
Poor acoustic insulation with several broken windows, making outside sounds and noises easily audible inside.
Strong points
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Space with a grandiose acoustic.
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Various layout possibilities albeit limited by railings in the nave and presbytery.
Weak points
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Poor acoustic insulation.
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Continuous noise of very conspicuous and perceptible pitch, impossible to turn off.
Score from 0 to 10
8
The Surroundings
Located on the outskirts of a large city (Braga, UNESCO creative city), it has many services relatively close by. The venue has a well-established cultural activity, with extensive programming and strong turnout at concerts.
Strong points
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Cafés, restaurants and other services within a 5 km radius.
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Close to a big town (Braga).
Weak points
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Place with many tourist visits
Score from 0 to 10
6
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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