Rentals

With music and performing arts at our core, Crowden facilities are available to rent for a variety of occasions!

Getting Started

Browse our rooms and rates, and if you are interested in renting at Crowden, please submit the Rental Inquiry Form. We will review your request and follow-up via email to confirm space availability. 

We also recommend reviewing our Availability Guidelines below as well as our Rental Policies. 

Availability Guidelines

Need access outside of our standard hours? Email rentals@crowden.org to request an exception and confirm availability. Early-morning and after-hours access may incur additional fees.


Crowden is available for Facility Rentals:

Monday – Friday (5:00 PM – 9:00 PM)

Saturday & Sunday (9:00 AM – 9:00 PM)

RENTAL INQUIRY FORM

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Skye VanValkenburgh
Rental Services Manager
rentals@crowden.org

Interested in renting space at Crowden? Submit a Rental Inquiry Form, and we’ll confirm availability for your preferred dates.

If you have additional questions, please contact our Rental Services Manager. 

Rooms & Rates

Please Note: All renters must provide proof of liability insurance. Please see rental policies for additional details.

Jacqueline and Peter Hoefer Auditorium

The Hoefer Auditorium is our primary concert hall for large-scale concerts, recitals, ballroom dancing, and other performing arts events. Retrofitted with Meyer Sound, it is also a popular space for recording performances for auditions and other professional portfolios. 
  • Max Capacity: 200
  • Recommended Seating Capacity: 120
  • Hourly Rate: $250/hour
  • Minimum Rental Time: 4 hours
  • Restrictions: Non-Profit Only
  • Included Piano(s): 2 Grand Pianos; (1 floor, 1 stage)
  • Steinway Concert Grand: $500 rental fee; stage only. Required to book events needing two pianos on stage. 
  • Special Features: Please review our Meyer Sound guide to pick the best settings for your event!
  • Crowden Recommends: Booking with Mancini as a green room for easy back stage access. 

Dalby Room

The Dalby Room is one of our most popular spaces! Its open floor plan and abundant natural light make it an inviting choice for recitals, group lessons, meetings, and movement-based activities. 
  • Max Capacity: 80
  • Recommended Seating Capacity: 40-60
  • Hourly Rate: $150/hour
  • Minimum Rental Time: 3 hours
  • Included Piano(s): 2 Grand Pianos
  • Crowden Recommends: Booking Mancini as a green room to use in conjunction with Dalby. 

Mancini Room

Situated between the Dalby and Hoefer Auditorium, the Mancini Room, doubles as a classroom, but also serves as a convenient green room for performances in either space. It is also ideal for group music lessons, practice sessions, and private lessons.
  • Max Capacity: 40
  • Recommended Seating Capacity: 15-20
  • Hourly Rate: $78/hour
  • Minimum Rental Time: 1 hour
  • Restrictions: Non-Profit Only
  • Included Piano(s): 1 Grand Piano
  • Crowden Recommends: Booking as a green room for use with Dalby or the Auditorium. 

Balter Room

Located in our lobby and to the left of the main entrance, the Balter Room is ideal for events requiring guest check-in and easy access. It is commonly used for audition and performance evaluation series, group and private lessons, and as a convenient warm-up room before events in the Hoefer Auditorium.
  • Max Capacity: 35
  • Recommended Seating Capacity: 10-15
  • Hourly Rate: $78/hour
  • Minimum Rental Time: 1 hour
  • Restrictions: Non-Profit Only
  • Included Piano(s): 1 Grand Piano

Room 6

Room 6 is a quaint space, suitable for small classes or a one on one lessons; and doubles as a warm-up room for groups performing in the Auditorium or Dalby.
  • Max Capacity: 20
  • Recommended Seating Capacity: 5-10
  • Hourly Rate: $55/hour
  • Minimum Rental Time: 1 hour
  • Restrictions: Non-Profit Only
  • Included Piano(s): 2 Upright Pianos.

Room 8

Room 8 is a suitable for small-medium class sizes, one on one lessons; and doubles as a warm-up room for groups performing in the Auditorium or Dalby.
  • Max Capacity: 40
  • Recommended Seating Capacity: 15-20
  • Hourly Rate: $78/hour
  • Minimum Rental Time: 1 hour
  • Restrictions: Non-Profit Only
  • Included Piano(s): 1 Grand Piano

Room 9

Room 9 is suitable for small group classes, warm-up rooms, or a one on one lessons. 
  • Max Capacity: 40
  • Recommended Seating Capacity: 15-20
  • Hourly Rate: $55/hour
  • Minimum Rental Time: 1 hour
  • Restrictions: Non-Profit Only
  • Included Piano(s): 1 Grand Piano

EquipmenT & FEES

Each room is equipped with at least one piano. All room bookings include black chairs and music stands. White fold-out tables can also be requested free of charge for use during rentals. 
For a complete list of all equipment, add-on services, and additional fees, please review the Crowden Music Center Rental Exhibit A: Fee Schedule.

Black Chairs

Specifications

Silver Legs:
19” in tall 
(best for above average height)

Black Legs:
17.5” in tall
(best for average heights)

Red Legs:
14.5” in tall
(best for young children and individuals below average height)
Limited Stock!

Fold-Out Tables

Specifications

Table:
71.9” in x 30”in  x 29” in (unfolded)

Music Stands

Specifications

Desk:
20″ wide x 12 7/8″ high with a 2 1/4″ lip

Vertical Extension in Inches
(lip to floor)

Black bottom:
26” (min) x   – 48” (max)

Red bottom:
16 ½” (min)  – 28 ½  (max) 
Limited Stock!