Abstract
The Fredric R. Mann concert auditorium for an audience of about 2900 and a volume of 750 000 cu ft opened on October 2, 1957. This article covers general design objectives, factors influencing reverberation time (the final value of reverberation time at 500–1000 cps with full occupancy is 1.55 sec), shaping, means for controlling reverberation, echo studies, orchestra enclosure, control of exterior noise, and subjective assessments and recommendations for subsequent changes. The auditorium was designed in accordance with specifications laid down by the Building Committee in September 1951. The design achieved the original objectives. Some changes in the orchestra enclosure and ceiling are desired by the musicians. Acceptance of the hall by audiences has been excellent.
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