Bargemusic

Hard to fathom anyone raving about this venue. Thankfully it seems as if they're finally towing it away. I pass by it every day and haven't seen any sign of life --much less music -- in years. Rave reviews name it as one of the busiest concert halls in the world? Since when? The thing is tiny --what noteworthy musicians would bother playing here? It's just a rusty, saggy, dilapidated, ratty-looking oblong metal slab parked in a little inlet, with a mildewed awning mounted atop. Accessible by a pair of unsafe-looking, clanking, swaying, aluminum gangways laid over filthy river water below. There's no 'maritime' or 'harbor' aesthetic, believe me. No waves or wind or spray. The 'barge' just sits there like a gym locker dumped in the water to rot. Brooklyn Bridge Park Pier 1 never gets any visitors other than boorish wide-eyed tourists licking their ice cream cones and taking pics of each other against the ugly Manhattan skyscraper background. Looking forward to something more realistic replacing 'Bargemusic'.

A special place for music lovers right under the Brooklyn Bridge. Float on the East River while listening to the hits of the classical repertoire, or rarer selections, such as their recent Italian piano music concerts. Don't miss out on their free concerts for when you're looking to do something on the cheap! It can be hard to find classical music outside Manhattan. This is the spot.

What a treat. This is good value for money. We went to Masterworks Series, Mark Peskanov being the Artistic Director. My daughter and I were on holiday from NZ and friends took us. Such a special thing to do in New York. Mark was great at talking to us about the pieces they played and also about the composer.

A rare and extraordinary music experience! In the middle of a blizzard we made our way to the foot of the Brooklyn Bridge with my parents for a memorable night if chamber music. Incredible, intimate setting for music with the Manhattan skyline as a backdrop… it is unforgettable and highly, highly recommended.

got to hear Beethoven. on a boat! the adagio from violin sonata no. 6 coupled with the gentle swaying of the barge was quite charming. friendly staff. and the musicians were lovely; appreciated the music history lesson before the pieces were played

Great experience. The boat was gently swaying while these two marvelous gentleman played piano and violin symphonies by Beethoven. We had front seats and a view of the Manhattan skyline that was absolutely transcending. I must go back another time since there was an ice cream place right next door. Music and then ice cream would have been the absolute piece de la resistance. I will return!!!

Free concert every Saturday. In a small room listening to chamber music performed by 4 musicians gave me a fantastic experience. Musicians were quit nice. No ticket and program.

I enjoyed the show immensely here but the rocking got me a little sick. Please note that I get seasick easily so it shouldn't be a problem for everyone.