Meymandi Concert Hall | North Carolina Symphony Seating Guide & Best Tickets

Expert Recommendations for the Best Views and Value

Discover the perfect seats for North Carolina Symphony performances at Raleigh's premier concert venue. This detailed guide highlights the best-value sections, premium options, and hidden gems in Meymandi Concert Hall's acoustically superb auditorium.

Best Value Tickets ($40-43)

• Section C, Row F ($40): Excellent center-orchestra position with direct sightlines to the stage. Rows E-G offer the ideal balance of proximity and full ensemble visibility.
• Section J, Row A ($40): Front of the rear orchestra with surprisingly clear acoustics. Perfect for budget-conscious patrons wanting full-stage perspective.
• Section A, Row G ($40): Close left-side seating with intimate connection to string sections. Slight angle compensated by proximity.

Sweet Spot Tickets (Best Availability & Price $42-44)

• Section H, Rows A-C ($42-44): Center-right orchestra seats with perfect elevation for seeing all musicians. The $42 Row B tickets are particularly well-priced.
• Section F, Row W ($42): Mid-orchestra right with excellent sound projection from the cello section. Row W provides ideal vertical spacing.
• Section D, Row X ($42-44): Rear center orchestra with the hall's best-engineered acoustics. Higher rows (X-Y) actually benefit from sound reflection.

Higher Tier Options ($44-45)

• Section A, Row D ($43): Very close to stage with immersive string section experience. Some may find the angle too extreme for full ensemble viewing.
• Section C, Row B ($43): Premium center orchestra seating - priced higher due to proximity but may be too close for ideal sound blending.
• Section J, Row C ($44-48): Rear center seats with excellent overall perspective. The $44 tickets represent better value than $48 options.

Premium Balcony Options ($404-445)

• Upper Balcony Center, Row E ($404): Surprisingly excellent acoustics with full-stage visibility. The most affordable balcony option with true premium quality.
• Upper Balcony Left/Right, Row G ($425-445): Elevated side perspectives ideal for watching specific instrument sections. Left side (Section 3) offers better violin visibility.

View Comparison

• Orchestra Center (Sections C/D/H): Direct sound with perfect visual alignment to conductor and soloists. Rows F-N offer ideal distance for acoustic blending.
• Orchestra Sides (Sections A/B/G/J): Closer to specific instrument families but with slightly angled views. Best for focusing on strings (left) or brass/percussion (right).
• Rear Orchestra (Rows X-Y): Underrated seats with exceptional sound balance and comfortable elevation over front rows.
• Balcony: The hall's famous "acoustic sweet spot" - perfect for experiencing the full sonic panorama but with more distant visuals.

Pro Tips

• For chamber music performances, prioritize center sections (C/D/H) between rows F-M
• Full symphony concerts benefit from slightly rear seats (Rows R-Y) to appreciate complete instrumentation
• Pair tickets in Section H with balcony seats for alternating perspective experiences
• Check the $40 Section E tickets - while far right, they often have unexpected availability

Final Recommendation

The Section H, Row B ($42) tickets offer the best combination of price, location and availability for most symphony performances. For a truly premium experience, the Upper Balcony Center ($404) provides world-class acoustics at a fraction of typical front-orchestra prices.