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Kunstraum Walcheturm

Zurich, Switzerland · dedicated space · artist-run

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95/100
Cornerstone

Exists to present this music. A pilgrimage venue.
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Why this score

Dedicated series / mission25.0/25
Zurich's most important venue for contemporary and experimental music, programming free improvisation, noise, new music and sound art; hosts festivals such as Taktlos Zürich and Sonic Matter. [1] [2]
Frequency of relevant shows16.0/20
Mainly a concert venue with a dense program between free improvisation, new music, noise and sound art. [1]
Artist roster20.0/20
Musicians and ensembles working between noise, free improvisation, new music and sound art. [1]
Self-description12.0/12
Art space presenting contemporary art, new/experimental music, performance and sound art. [1]
Operating model10.0/10
Independent artist-run Kunstraum led by Patrick Huber on a minimal budget. [1]
Community reputation8.0/8
Awarded a special music prize by the Swiss Federal Office of Culture; regarded as Zurich's key experimental-music venue. [1]
Listening-room intent4.0/5
Dedicated concert/art space in the old Zeughaus courtyard. [1]