Octave 9: Raisbeck Music Center
Octave 9: Raisbeck Music Center is an intimate chamber music venue within Benaroya Hall, specifically designed for smaller ensemble performances and educational programming that showcases the Seattle Symphony's commitment to music education and community engagement. This specialized performance space provides optimal acoustics and sightlines for chamber music, jazz ensembles, solo recitals, and music education events, serving as the perfect complement to Benaroya Hall's main auditorium. Named in recognition of the Raisbeck Foundation's significant support for music education, Octave 9 plays a crucial role in Seattle's classical music ecosystem by hosting both professional performances and serving as an educational space for developing musicians. The venue maintains the same high technical standards and professional capabilities as its larger counterpart while creating the intimate atmosphere essential for chamber music appreciation and music education programs.
Historic note: Opened March 3, 2019 as a $6.7 million project designed by LMN Architects. Built on the site of Soundbridge Seattle Symphony Music Discovery Center (2001-2016). Features Meyer Sound Constellation active acoustics system enabling adjustable room acoustics, spatial mixing, and immersive digital imagery. Named for philanthropists James and Sherry Raisbeck.
Programming
Private Events
Capacity
Intimate performance space