Johanneskirche, Protestant church in Industriequartier district, Zürich, Switzerland
The Johanneskirche stands on Limmatstrasse 112 in the Industriequartier district and contains two organs, including a baroque instrument for performances. The interior accommodates up to 300 people and serves for concerts, rehearsals, and various community events.
The building received recognition as a class B Swiss cultural property of regional importance, documenting its architectural worth in Zurich's heritage. This designation reflects the historical significance of the structure as a Protestant church within its urban setting.
Students from the Zurich University of the Arts regularly perform their compositions here, using the space as a venue for artistic development. The church serves as a working laboratory where young musicians test their ideas in a real acoustic environment.
The church is open to visitors and provides direct access to the musical spaces and instruments within. Check in advance when concerts or events are scheduled, as this may affect regular visiting times.
Every December, baroque advent music rings out during lunchtime concerts performed on historical instruments. This musical tradition creates an unexpected dialogue between classical repertoire and the modern industrial surroundings of the building.
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