Dewan Filharmonik PETRONAS

Everybody needs to cross out "orchestra" from their bucket list! 😍 That first experience (with music you adore to the core) will always be magical. For Malaysians, how lucky we are to have an amazing orchestra group within KL! You can park right under the beautiful Twin Towers for a shorter walk to the MPO.

There couldn't be a better location for Dewan Filharmonik Petronas as it sits in the heart of KL's business district and is part of the Petronas Twin Towers. The music hall is awe-inspiring with its classical look and architectural design. It also boasts of optimum acoustics. For music lovers, witnessing a performance in Dewan Filharmonik Petronas should be part of their itineraries in Kuala Lumpur. We watched Asia Choral Grand Prix here. We purchased tickets online. We were at the venue 30 minutes early as it was an open/free seating and we wanted a good spot to watch the event, which we were able to get.

An absolutely beautiful performance and an unforgettable evening, fully immersed in the enchanting magic of Studio Ghibli. A heartfelt thank you to @malaysianphilharmonicorchestra for bringing these iconic soundtracks to life with such passion and precision. Truly a night to remember! ♡

Venue is well-maintained. Seats are comfortable. Helpful ushers around the waiting area. Gentle reminder on appropriate dress code and no shopping/paper bags are allowed in the hall.

Located in the middle of the iconic Petronas Twin Towers, this iconic venue will literally blow you away with its stunningly aesthetic and aurally sound. We have an unforgettable experience listening to the MPO performing Hans Zimmer’s playlist. Love the arrangements, love MPO. It is fitting that they are able to perform in the Dewan Filharmonik Petronas. I can’t think of an orchestra that is more fitting or better than the MPO when they are at their best.

Malaysia’s first dedicated classical concert venue is located at the podium level between the Twin Towers. This 8650 seat hall is designed with state-of- the-art acoustics and offers music-lovers a wide array of genres masterfully performed by local master musicians and internationally renowned collaborators.

The venue, located at the base of the iconic PETRONAS Twin Towers, boasts stunning architecture and impeccable acoustics. The evening's performance was breathtaking, with the orchestra delivering a flawless and emotive rendition of masterpieces. The seats were comfortable, and the view of the stage was excellent from every angle. The staff was courteous and efficient, ensuring a seamless experience from arrival to departure. Overall, Dewan Filharmonik PETRONAS provides an unparalleled setting for enjoying world-class musical performances in Kuala Lumpur. Highly recommended for any music enthusiast.

My first time ever attended the Orchestra with local singers, Amazed and such a beautiful performance

Don't we all get that feeling where we want to dress up and go see or listen to something spectacular. Well if you don't, then don't go here, but if you are more like me and a lover of classics - you probably will end up at the dewan filharmonik petronas! Sooner or later (i would suggest sooner) you will experience something out of this world! I think this is the most elegant and classy place that I've seen in Kuala Lumpur. The interior is just breathtaking and just going there you get into this uplifting mood. Most of the big classic concerts in Kuala Lumpur happen here. It is a little pricey, but nothing compared to Western European standards. The only thing I was a tad surprised about is that people don't really put effort in their outfits when they go to see a classical show. You will find someone dressed in flipflops and t- shirt, while someone next to them might be dressed in a Tuxedo. Hence, I guess you can't go wrong, but at the same time it is a bit confusing.

The MPO is a very good group of musicians -- and a very international group -- who play a wide range of music.  When the full group is onstage, it's a particularly impressive array of musicians with excellent control of their volume, bringing a dynamicism particularly to pieces with significantly quiet portions contrasting with significantly loud portions.  Credit should also be given to the lively conductors I've seen at the performances I've been to.   The performance hall is beautiful and has wonderful acoustics.  (However, there's also an irritating electrical background hum that stands out in quiet segments of the music on occasion.)  Based on the design, I'm not sure there'd be any particularly bad seats.  The theater is mid-sized and comfortable.  The woods and lighting are wonderfully done -- I've been to several performances and still can't get enough of staring at the ceiling, which I felt evoked the feeling of the inside of a religious building's cupola (or a night sky). The staff throughout the theater are friendly and helpful.  I'd definitely recommend taking in a performance.

Dewan Philharmonik is the home of the Malaysian Philharmonic Orchestra, and it is located in KLCC. They have performances from August to June, normally on the weekends, and tickets can be bought online at the MPO website. The orchestra performs a great variety of music, from soundtracks to the best of classical music. This is my favorite thing to do on a saturday night in KL, and I really recommend it for people who like classical music or are just interested in having a different night out. It is a great option for a date, since the price is quite accessible, and it can definetely set the mood for a late dinner afterwords. The concerts usually last one to two hours, normally with a 20 minute interval. It is very important to be punctual, since the people who are late are prevented from entering the hall in the middle of the concert. The dress code is also something to take into consideration. People wearing jeans, flip-flops, shorts and other casual outfits might not be allowed in the hall. Smart casual should do just fine.

My friends from England have great influence in me when it comes to classical music. They are classical fans and one of them is also a music teacher in UCSI. Needless to say much, Philharmonic Orchestra in KLCC is the best place that you can get in Malaysia!!!!! I've been here many times since I was in my secondary school and most importantly, my school is located quite near to KLCC. Back then it was a school trip if we have tickets to watch a performance. They are quite strict with the dresscodes, just like in Royal Albert Hall, a very English thing to me. So please dressed up properly! No flipflops :) What intrigue me the most is that the sound systems are really good here!! Usually if there is a performance, you would expect to be there for at least 2 hours for a nice performance. I was told that if you are a musician and when you have the chance to perform here, you are one of the good musicians in the country!!

If you want to listen to a classic concert I recommend you to go to a show for the Malaysian Philharmonic Orchestra. You can buy the tickets online on the MPO website and the price is quite accessible. The concerts usually last one to two hours. Make sure you are not late, because you won't be able to enter afterwords, even if you have the ticket bought. The experience during a show here it's out of this world, and from time to time it's a pleasure to try something different on a weekend night. P.S. The dress code is smart casual

My first philharmonic orchestra experience. Being to this local philharmonic orchestra has been something that I would like to accomplish since more than ten years back but I didn't do until February this year when I brought another friend of mine to enjoy the performance together with me. The hall was majestic, the performance was good and the conductor was really passionate in leading the orchestra. The seat that you pay for is worth the price. If you are looking forward to buy a ticket and watch a performance, simply select the seat according to the price range of your preference.