Project Overview

ATSR facilitated a groundbreaking public/private partnership between Austin Public Schools, MacPhail Center for Music, and the Hormel Foundation, creating a shared music education facility that serves both students and the broader community.

Innovative Partnership Model

Collaborative Design for Dual Use

• Austin High School music programs (band, orchestra, choral)
• MacPhail Center for Music community instruction
• Shared spaces including percussion room, MIDI recording studio, and large recital hall
• Separate secure entries enabling independent operations

Design Excellence

State-of-the-Art Music Facilities

• Best-in-class acoustic design with 360-degree speaker systems
• Instant recording and playback capabilities
• Variable acoustics mimicking any performance venue worldwide
• Learning stair doubling as audience seating with retractable walls

Strategic Space Planning

• Multiple practice rooms from small to large scale
• Specialized storage for instruments, uniforms, and music library
• Administrative offices and individual instruction spaces

ATSR’s Partnership Expertise

Successfully navigating complex stakeholder relationships to create innovative facilities that maximize community impact while meeting diverse organizational needs.