best concert venue

For Rock Music: Lenny Kravitz, Dave Matthews & Blues Traveler at The Gorge at George in Washington...incredible outdoor venue with sweeping sloped lawns and gorgeous western views over the Columbia River Gorge, The Dead at Shoreline Ampitheater in California...best sound for them out of 6 different venues (mutiple times each venue)

For Classical/Opera: The Santa Fe Open Air Opera House in New Mexico...I was blown away...maybe having 11th row center spoiled me, but in my mind it was better than any classical I have heard at the new Disney Hall in LA although the seats there aren't nearly as good...still a nice sound at Disney Hall and it is obvious that a TON of attention to accoustical detail went into the construction. I can't wait to hear the organ there it is the wildest looking thing I have ever seen.

I hear Red Rocks in Colorado is pretty cool...havent been there yet though.

Ellery

p.s. cool thread

I have been UBC, Chan Center at Vancouver. Good sound.

Ellery911'
Red Rocks is a must do if you get the chance. Acoustics are not superb, they are good however. But, the atmosphere, the rocks, the sunset combined with a good band are just the best! I've seen the Grateful Dead (prior to their last shows there), Phish's last run there in August 1996, and the Dave Matthews Band once in 95.

all-in-all a way cool place for music.

I second RED ROCKS !!! I live just blocks from it and find it an awesome place to hike and bike as well. The place can be downright magical for music with the right sound system and techs.

I've read most of these posts and with all due respect...you're all wrong...!!

But seriously...Yoshi's in Jack London Square, Oakland CA (Must love Jazz!!)

For the Following reasons

Best overall choice of performers.
Not a bad seat in the house.
Great sound
Excellent food (it's also a restaurant)
Intimate size and setting.
And for a guy who's been to too many "stadium" venues...no lines, easy logistics and parking! Arrive at 5:30 for dinner, check in at club, reserve your seat, eat, see show.

FR