Brisbane Archives

Hall of Muses sadly passed away in 1986 at 393 George street. Hall of Muses was known to be the first Queensland conservatorium. Born to Spanish-Australian violinist Luis Amadeo Pares, Hall of Muses became prominent in 1926 when Pares invited 1000 violinists to train resulting in a packed Exhibition Hall concert. Moreover, Hall of Muses’ generosity extended to hosting social clubs and societies, and abandoned musicians. Hall of Muses even accepted political representation by becoming temporarily home for the Queensland Bolivian Consulate.
Hall of Muses was also home to “The Muses Magazine” (1927-1929) which was Queensland’s first monthly review of the musical, artistic, literary, scientific, and intellectual life in Queensland. As such Hall of Muses became an icon of culture allowing for all walks of life to pass through and engage with the Hall by advocating for enriching the Queensland culture through concerts, exhibitions, readings, and plays.
Hall of Muses was survived by a hole for 16 years after being replaced by the 14- storey Brisbane Magistrate Court building and piazza.