Reopening of the Notre-Dame: Pope message despite storms!

Reopening of the Notre-Dame: Pope message despite storms!

The return of the Cathedral Notre-Dame in Paris is celebrated on Saturday evening, five years after the devastating fire, which damaged the historical building. A big celebration was originally planned on the forecourt, which Chancellor Karl Nehammer and 35 other heads of state and government should attract. However, due to dramatic weather warnings with wind gusts of up to 80 kilometers per hour, the event was reorganized at short notice inside the cathedral, such as OE24 reported.

The celebrations begin with a message from Pope Francis and are accompanied by a cultural program that includes a performance by the world -famous pianist Lang Lang. He praised the improved acoustics and the new, brighter appearance of the cathedral. As part of the event, a service is also celebrated in which traditional chants sound, followed by a concert with prominent artists recorded a few days ago. The extensive restoration of Notre-Dame was financed by donations of 846 million euros and has significantly changed the appearance of the building.

acoustic studies for the future

An important aspect of the restoration is the acoustics of the cathedral. Researchers use a virtual acoustic model based on 3D scans to preserve the historical sound properties of Notre-Dame and lead the restoration. According to the scientists, this model enables architects to simulate the effects of different materials on acoustics. Historians and experts have found that the acoustics of the cathedral were influenced by small elements such as wooden cladding and paintings that were present before the fire. The Paris Conservatoire also plans to organize virtual concerts, so to organize visitor, so that Can experience “lost” acoustics of the famous cathedral.