Name: The Knights at Carnegie Hall with Anthony McGill
Start: 2026-04-09T19:30:00
Location: Carnegie Hall

Step into the transformative world of The Knights, a pioneering ensemble redefining the orchestral experience. Known for their adventurous spirit and innovative collaborations, The Knights bring classical music to life in unexpected places. From the grandeur of Carnegie Hall to the open air of Central Park, their performances fuse classical roots with global influences, creating a dynamic, inclusive atmosphere. Join us as we explore their recent concert series, showcasing their commitment to pushing musical boundaries and engaging diverse audiences.

The Knights: Pioneering New Frontiers in Orchestral Performances

The Knights, a groundbreaking orchestral collective, are taking New York by storm with their series of innovative performances. From the iconic Carnegie Hall to vibrant outdoor venues like Bryant Park and Central Park's Naumburg Bandshell, they are reshaping the musical landscape. With a repertoire that spans classical mainstays to contemporary premieres, their concerts feature collaborations with renowned soloists and composers, inviting audiences to experience orchestral music in a whole new light.

The Knights: Redefining Orchestral Experiences Across New York City

Embark on a journey through the melodies and rhythms that define the essence of collaborative spirit and musical exploration. The Knights, a Brooklyn-based orchestra, are set to enchant audiences with a series of breathtaking performances across New York City. From the iconic Naumburg Bandshell to the elegance of Carnegie Hall, join them as they blend classical roots with global influences, showcasing the brilliance of renowned artists like Eric Jacobsen, Chris Thile, and Julien Labro. These events promise to redefine the orchestral experience, inviting audiences into a world of spontaneous and joyful exploration.

The Knights: A Symphony of Exploration and Collaboration

Carnegie Hall Citywide and other revered venues have witnessed a transformative orchestral journey led by Brooklyn-based ensemble The Knights. Known for their genre-defying performances, The Knights, under the baton of Eric Jacobsen, have captivated audiences with a blend of classical roots and global sounds. Whether collaborating with virtuoso Julien Labro at Bryant Park or joining forces with mandolin maestro Chris Thile at Caramoor, The Knights have consistently pushed the limits of orchestral music, offering audiences a vibrant exploration of sound and storytelling.

The Knights: Redefining Orchestral Boundaries with Eclectic Collaborations

Anthony McGill

Eric Jacobsen

Christina Courtin

Colin Jacobsen

The Knights

Experience the Carnegie season’s first performance by the intrepid chamber orchestra The Knights, led by artistic directors Eric Jacobsen and Colin Jacobsen. In an inspired new collaboration, they intersperse Philip Glass’s Symphony No. 3—one of the composer’s most traditionally “classical” works—with original poetry by prizewinning poet and multidisciplinary artist J. Mae Barizo. Even in its original form, this would be Carnegie Hall’s first performance of Glass’s symphony—but in the hands of The Knights, it’s something no audience has heard before. In the program’s second half, The Knights perform a timeless orchestral staple: Robert Schumann’s Symphony No. 4, a work of complex dualities and grand Romanticism.

The Knights at Carnegie Hall

Carnegie Hall

Driven by a “passion for musical discovery” and an “open-hearted spirit of camaraderie,” The Knights bring fresh excitement and insight to every performance. Tonight, conducted by Eric Jacobsen, they traverse a vast soundscape of American music as part of Carnegie Hall’s United in Sound: America at 250 festival. The program features Copland’s Pulitzer Prize–winning, folk-infused masterpiece: the Appalachian Spring Suite, plus the New York premiere of a concerto written by Gabriel Kahane for clarinetist extraordinaire Anthony McGill, part of the ensemble’s multi-year Rhapsody project.

The Knights at Carnegie Hall with Anthony McGill

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