Carnegie Hall is set to host an extraordinary lineup of orchestral performances, each featuring the timeless works of Gustav Mahler. From symphonies that capture the cosmic evolution of the universe to intimate song cycles inspired by personal loss, these events promise an unforgettable musical journey. Let's dive into the highlights of an upcoming season that no classical music enthusiast should miss.

A Symphony of Events: Mahler Takes Center Stage at Carnegie Hall

Immerse yourself in the musical genius of Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart this season in New York City! From violin recitals at Juilliard to grand orchestral performances at Carnegie Hall, NYC is the hub for Mozart enthusiasts. Highlights include Joshua Kim's enchanting violin recital, the New York String Orchestra's Christmas Eve concert, an evening with the Chamber Music Society of Lincoln Center, and the magnificent Vienna Philharmonic's rendition of Mozart's Symphony No. 41. Don't miss these spectacular celebrations of Mozart's timeless works!

New York City Celebrates Mozart: Unmissable Classical Music Events

This season, New York City becomes a haven for classical music enthusiasts, hosting a series of exceptional concerts featuring the works of Gustav Mahler. From Emanuel Ax and Michael Tilson Thomas opening with Mahler’s Fifth Symphony at David Geffen Hall, to the Philadelphia Orchestra’s stirring rendition of Mahler’s Third Symphony at Carnegie Hall, each event promises to be a musical journey. The Royal Concertgebouw Orchestra, Czech Philharmonic, and London Symphony Orchestra will also grace the stage with Mahler’s most iconic symphonies. Don’t miss the grand finale as Gustavo Dudamel conducts Mahler’s adventurous Seventh Symphony with the New York Philharmonic.

Celebrate Mahler in New York: A Season of Symphonic Masterpieces

Get ready to immerse yourself in the unparalleled genius of Johann Sebastian Bach with a series of captivating events happening across New York City and Washington, DC. From Michael Yeung's percussive debut at Carnegie Hall, to the majestic Brandenburg Concertos, and the iconic St. John Passion, this season promises a feast of Bach's timeless compositions. Join us in celebrating the legacy of one of the greatest composers in history through these spectacular performances.

Bach Extravaganza: Celebrating the Maestro in New York City and Washington, DC

New York City and Washington, DC, are set to be enchanted with the mesmerizing works of Maurice Ravel, performed by an array of talented artists and ensembles. From Michael Yeung's percussive debut at Zankel Hall to the Manhattan School of Music Symphony Orchestra’s rendition of Ravel’s Piano Concerto for the Left Hand, and the Met Orchestra Chamber Ensemble’s performances, Ravel's brilliance will shine across multiple venues.

A Musical Tapestry: Maurice Ravel's Magic in New York City and Beyond

Prepare to be enchanted by a series of captivating concerts showcasing the brilliance of Claude Debussy’s works and other classical masterpieces. From Michael Yeung's percussive debut at Zankel Hall to Yannick Nézet-Séguin's chamber ensemble, Conrad Tao's inventive piano performance, and the Calder Quartet's exceptional program, music lovers in New York City and Washington, DC are in for unforgettable evenings.

Experience Debussy and More: Spectacular Concerts in NYC and Washington, DC

Prepare to be transported by the timeless compositions of Béla Bartók across New York City and Washington, DC! From the Manhattan School of Music's orchestral performance to Carnegie Hall's riveting piano recitals, and the Chamber Music Society's 'Bartók and Beethoven' event, there's something for every classical music enthusiast. Don't miss Oliver Neubauer's violin recital at the Kennedy Center and the New York Philharmonic's enchanting performance of 'The Wooden Prince'. Join us in celebrating the genius of Bartók this season!

Celebrate Béla Bartók in New York City and Washington, DC: A Musical Extravaganza

New York City is set to be the cultural epicenter this season with a remarkable lineup of events celebrating the genius of Richard Strauss. From the New York Philharmonic's energetic concerts at David Geffen Hall to The Metropolitan Opera's gripping productions at Lincoln Center, and a standout recital by Angel Blue and Lang Lang at Carnegie Hall, there’s something for everyone. Highlights include Strauss's 'Metamorphosen,' 'Four Last Songs,' and 'Also sprach Zarathustra,' among other masterpieces.

Richard Strauss Takes Center Stage in NYC: A Series of Unmissable Performances

New York City is set to host a spectacular array of concerts celebrating the genius of Sergey Prokofiev. From the historic Royal Concertgebouw Orchestra's performance at Carnegie Hall to captivating recitals by Bruce Liu, and the grand finale of Young Concert Artists, there's something for everyone. Highlights include Prokofiev's Violin Concerto No. 2, Piano Sonata No. 7, and the Overture on Hebrew Themes, bringing together world-class musicians for an unforgettable musical journey.

Celebrate Prokofiev in New York City: A Symphony of Events

Get ready to be mesmerized as a series of splendid concerts unfold in Washington, DC and New York City, spotlighting the timeless works of Maurice Ravel. From Yunchan Lim's dynamic NSO debut featuring Ravel’s La Valse to Michael Yeung’s percussive prowess showcasing Ravel's Sonatine in New York, and Chelsea Guo’s enchanting recital with selections from Miroirs, these events promise an unforgettable musical journey. Top it off with Noseda conducting Ravel's Boléro for a truly magical experience.

Musical Masterpieces in Washington, DC and New York City: Celebrating Maurice Ravel

This season, New York City is set to dazzle music enthusiasts with a series of extraordinary concerts featuring the works of Olivier Messiaen. From Michael Yeung's percussive debut at Carnegie Hall to Karina Canellakis conducting Messiaen and Debussy at David Geffen Hall, and a historical exploration of the clavichord at the Salmagundi Club, these events promise to captivate and inspire audiences. Don't miss the chance to experience the brilliance of Messiaen and other great composers in these unforgettable performances.

Musical Masterpieces in New York: Celebrating Olivier Messiaen

Join us for a series of exhilarating concerts celebrating the works of Pulitzer Prize-winning composer Ellen Taaffe Zwilich. Experience the magic at Carnegie Hall with the New York String Orchestra, at Alice Tully Hall for Zwilich's Double Quartet, and at the Kennedy Center Terrace Theater with violinist Oliver Neubauer. These performances, set in iconic venues across New York City and Washington, DC, promise an unforgettable journey through the rich, complex textures of Zwilich's music.

Celebrate Ellen Taaffe Zwilich: Unique Concerts in New York and Washington, DC

New York City is set to host a series of mesmerizing piano recitals featuring the works of Alexander Scriabin among other classical maestros. From Mao Fujita's return to Carnegie Hall on November 10, 2024, to Bruce Liu's evocative performance on January 24, 2025, and Chaeyoung Park's captivating recital at The Morgan Library & Museum on February 26, 2025, classical music enthusiasts have much to look forward to.

Experience the Magic of Scriabin in New York City: Upcoming Piano Recitals at Carnegie Hall and The Morgan Library

YOUNG CONCERT ARTISTS ON TOUR is a unique chamber music ensemble made up of some of the most extraordinary young artists in programs of fabulous repertoire. Experience this special program of chamber music and song, featuring rarely heard instrumentation combining voices with violin, cello and piano. Artists include Chinese violinist, Lun Li, Danish cellist, Jonathan Swensen, Spanish/Dutch pianist, Albert Cano Smit, American tenor, Danile McGrew and American bass-baritone, Joseph Parrish

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Young Concert Artists On Tour

The Raymond F. Kravis Center for the Performing Arts

### Event Description: Michael Yeung, Percussion

**Date:** Thursday, October 17, 2024  
**Time:** 7:30 PM  
**Venue:** Zankel Hall at Carnegie Hall, 57th & 7th Avenue Entrance on 7th, New York, NY  
**Tickets:** Starting from $20 (On sale from July 10, 2024)

Join us for an extraordinary evening of percussive brilliance as Michael Yeung makes his debut at Zankel Hall, Carnegie Hall. This concert, part of the Young Concert Artists series, promises to be a captivating journey through a diverse repertoire, showcasing the versatility and expressive power of percussion.

**Special Guest:** Chee-Yun, Violin

**Program:**
- **J.S. Bach:** Lute Suite in E Minor, BWV 996
- **Debussy arr. Michael Yeung:** Rêverie
- **Ravel arr. Michael Yeung:** Sonatine II. Mouvement de Menuet
- **Philippe Hurel:** Loops II
- **Georges Aperghis:** Le corps à corps
- **Iannis Xenakis:** Rebonds B
- **Astor Piazzolla:** Histoire du Tango
- **James Wood:** Rogośānti
- **Messiaen:** O Sacrum Convivum
- **Plus:** A premiere by YCA Composer-in-Residence Alistair Coleman

Michael Yeung's debut program begins with a collection of keyboard works arranged for marimba and vibraphone, before exploring the vast sound palette and musical canon of percussion. Highlighting the evening is James Wood’s "Rogośānti," a piece known for its mysticism and transcendent soundscape, which Yeung believes will captivate the audience.

Don't miss this unique opportunity to experience the percussive arts in a new light, brought to you by one of the most exciting young talents in the field.

**Tickets:** Available from July 10, 2024. Secure your seats early for an unforgettable night of music.

Michael Yeung, Percussion

Carnegie Hall

Kennedy Center

### 2024 YCA Susan Wadsworth International Auditions Finals

**Date:** Sunday, October 27, 2024  
**Time:** All day starting at 10:00 AM  
**Location:** Merkin Hall at Kaufman Music Center, 129 W 67th St, New York, NY

Every year, the finest young musicians from around the globe gather for the prestigious YCA Susan Wadsworth International Auditions. This event is a celebration of exceptional musicianship, virtuosity, individuality, and the promise of future greatness. 

The 2024 finals will be an exhilarating all-day event, streamed live by The Violin Channel. The day will culminate with the announcement of the 2024 winners and the newest recipients of the YCA Jacobs Fellowship. 

**How to Participate:**
- **In Person:** Witness the excitement live at Merkin Hall. Admission is free of charge.
- **Online:** Tune in to the live stream on The Violin Channel, the YCA YouTube channel, or the YCA Facebook page.

Join us for a day of extraordinary performances and discover the next generation of musical stars.

2024 Yca Susan Wadsworth International Auditions – Finals

Kaufman Music Center

### 2024 Winners Concert

**Date:** Monday, October 28, 2024  
**Time:** 7:30 PM  
**Location:** Gilder Lehrman Hall, The Morgan Library & Museum, 225 Madison Ave between 36th & 37th, New York, NY  
**Tickets:** Starting from $25 (On sale from July 10, 2024)

Join us for the 2024 Winners Concert, presented by Young Concert Artists (YCA), where the winners of the 2024 Susan Wadsworth International Auditions will be introduced. This exciting evening will feature performances of selections from their winning auditions, along with engaging interviews that allow the audience to get to know YCA’s newest artists.

**How to Attend:**
- **In Person:** Purchase tickets starting from July 10, 2024.
- **Online:** Tune in on The Violin Channel, the YCA YouTube channel, or the YCA Facebook page.

Don't miss this opportunity to witness the debut of tomorrow's classical music stars in an evening filled with exceptional talent and inspiring conversations.

YCA 2024 Winners Concert

The Morgan Library & Museum

**Event Description:**

**Chelsea Guo, Soprano & Piano Concert**

**Date:** Wednesday, February 19, 2025  
**Time:** 7:30 PM  
**Venue:** Kennedy Center Terrace Theater, 2700 F St NW, Washington, DC  
**Tickets:** Starting from $20 (Tickets on sale from July 10, 2024)

Join us for an enchanting evening with Chelsea Guo, a remarkable talent who will be performing both as a soprano and pianist. This concert, generously sponsored by Miriam Benbassat, promises to be a captivating experience showcasing the intricate relationship between vocal and piano literature.

**Program:**
- Fauré: Ballade, Op. 19
- Chopin: Nocturne in E Major, Op. 62, No. 2
- Ravel: Selections from Miroirs
- Ives: Piano Sonata No. 2, III. The Alcotts
- Songs by Pauline Viardot, Kurt Weill, Stephen Sondheim, and more

Chelsea Guo's debut program is inspired by the friendship and mutual inspiration between Polish composer Frédéric Chopin and Spanish mezzo-soprano and pianist Pauline Viardot in 19th century Paris. This concert will explore the fascinating connectivity and dramatic contrasts between composers from different traditions who converge in the same artistic space.

**Note:** This performance is an external rental presented in coordination with the Kennedy Center Campus Rentals Office and is not produced by the Kennedy Center.

Don't miss this unique opportunity to witness a blend of vocal and piano mastery in one unforgettable evening. Secure your tickets early!

Chelsea Guo, Soprano & Piano

### Event Description: Chaeyoung Park, Piano Recital

**Date and Time:** Wednesday, February 26, 2025, at 12:00 PM

**Venue:** Gilder Lehrman Hall, The Morgan Library & Museum, 225 Madison Ave between 36th & 37th, New York, NY

**Event Overview:**
Join us for an exquisite afternoon of piano music featuring the talented Chaeyoung Park, presented in partnership with the Morgan Library & Museum. This concert is generously sponsored by Paul J. Sekhri and Mark Gude.

**Program:**
- **Bach/Vivaldi:** Sicilienne
- **Mozart:** Sonata in A Minor, K. 310
- **Ana Sokolovic:** Danse 5 from Danses and Interludes
- **Scriabin:** Sonata No. 9, Black Mass
- **J.S. Bach:** Concerto in D Minor, BWV 1052

**Ticket Information:**
- Tickets are available starting from $25.
- Tickets go on sale on July 10.

**Additional Information:**
This event is part of the Young Concert Artists' 2023-2024 season, showcasing emerging talents in classical music. Don't miss this opportunity to experience a captivating performance by Chaeyoung Park in the beautiful setting of the Morgan Library & Museum.

For more details and to purchase tickets, please visit the Young Concert Artists website.

Chaeyoung Park, Piano 

**Event Description: Ziggy & Miles Guitar Duo Concert**

**Date:** Wednesday, March 19, 2025  
**Time:** 7:30 PM  
**Venue:** Kennedy Center Terrace Theater, 2700 F St NW, Washington, DC  
**Tickets:** Starting from $20 (Tickets on sale from July 10, 2024)

Join us for an enchanting evening with the acclaimed guitar duo, Ziggy & Miles, as they make their debut at the Kennedy Center Terrace Theater. This special concert, generously sponsored by Jessine Monaghan, will feature a captivating program that includes:

- **Astor Piazzolla:** Tango Suite and Suite Troileana (with special guest Anthony Trionfo on flute)
- **Claude Debussy (arr. Ziggy & Miles):** Suite bergamasque
- **Nigel Westlake:** Mosstrooper Peak and Songs from the Forest
- **Radamés Gnattali:** Suite Retratos

Ziggy & Miles will present a selection of works that have inspired them from Latin America and their home country, Australia. This performance promises to be a memorable showcase of some of the most defining works for guitar duo, including their unique arrangement of Debussy’s Suite bergamasque.

**Note:** This performance is an external rental presented in coordination with the Kennedy Center Campus Rentals Office and is not produced by the Kennedy Center.

Don't miss this opportunity to experience the harmonious blend of guitar mastery and musical innovation. Secure your tickets starting July 10, 2024!

Ziggy & Miles, Guitar Duo

### Event Description: Joseph Parrish, Bass-Baritone Recital

**Date:** March 25, 2025  
**Time:** 7:30 PM  
**Location:** Merkin Hall at Kaufman Music Center, 129 W 67th St, New York, NY  
**Tickets:** Starting from $20 (On sale from July 10, 2024)

Join us for an enchanting evening of music featuring the talented bass-baritone Joseph Parrish, accompanied by Francesco Barfoed on piano. This recital is part of the Young Concert Artists series and promises to be a memorable event.

**Program Highlights:**
- Songs by Mahler, Harry T. Burleigh, Brahms, Moses Hogan, Schubert, and more.
- The New York Premiere of "Psalm" by YCA Composer-in-Residence Alistair Coleman.

Joseph Parrish's program explores the common threads between African American folk music and German Lieder, highlighting African American art songs, German Lieder, Negro Spirituals, and Lieder with spiritual themes. This unique blend showcases the diverse expressions of our shared humanity through music.

Don't miss this opportunity to experience a captivating performance that bridges cultural and musical traditions. Secure your tickets early and be part of an evening that celebrates the richness of our musical heritage.

Joseph Parrish, Bass-baritone

**Event: YCA on Tour**

**Date:** March 26, 2025

**Presented by:** Young Concert Artists

**Venue:** Gilder Lehrman Hall, The Morgan Library & Museum, 225 Madison Ave between 36th & 37th, New York, NY

**Time:** 12:00 PM

**Artists Performing:**
- Risa Hokamura, violin
- Chaeyoung Park, piano
- Alexander Cox, cello
- Anthony Trionfo, flute
- Hsin-Yun Huang, viola

**Program:**
- Mozart: Flute Quartet in D Major, K. 285
- Bloch: Concertino
- Ravel: Piano Trio

**Ticket Information:**
- Tickets start at $25
- Tickets go on sale on July 10, 2024

**Special Notes:**
- The concert is presented in partnership with the Morgan Library & Museum.
- This event is generously sponsored by Paul J. Sekhri and Mark Gude.

Join us for an exquisite afternoon of classical music performed by the talented artists of Young Concert Artists. Secure your tickets early and experience the magic of live performance in the beautiful setting of the Morgan Library & Museum.

YCA on Tour

**Event Description:**

**Oliver Neubauer, Violin Recital**

**Date:** April 22, 2025  
**Time:** 7:30 PM  
**Venue:** Kennedy Center Terrace Theater, 2700 F St NW, Washington, DC  
**Tickets:** Starting from $20 (Tickets on sale from July 10, 2024)

Join us for an enchanting evening of classical music featuring the talented violinist Oliver Neubauer, accompanied by pianist Janice Carissa. This recital, part of the Alexander Kasza-Kasser Concert series, promises to be a memorable experience as Neubauer presents a program that delves into the depths of humanity and reaches for the stars.

**Program:**
- Schubert: Sonatina No. 1 in D Major, Op. 137
- Bartók: Sonata for Solo Violin, Sz. 117
- Zwilich: Fantasy for Solo Violin
- Strauss: Sonata in E-flat Major, Op. 18

Oliver Neubauer's debut program is a journey through the transcendent qualities of these masterful compositions, each piece reflecting a yearning for something beyond our world. Don't miss this opportunity to witness a performance that captures the essence of human emotion and aspiration.

**Note:** This performance is an external rental presented in coordination with the Kennedy Center Campus Rentals Office and is not produced by the Kennedy Center.

Oliver Neubauer, Violin

### Event Description: Erin Wagner, Mezzo-Soprano Concert

**Date:** Thursday, April 24, 2025  
**Time:** 12:00 PM  
**Location:** Gilder Lehrman Hall, The Morgan Library & Museum, 225 Madison Ave between 36th & 37th, New York, NY

Join us for an exquisite afternoon of music featuring the talented mezzo-soprano Erin Wagner. This concert is presented in partnership with the Morgan Library & Museum and is generously sponsored by Paul J. Sekhri and Mark Gude.

**Program:**
- **Dominick Argento:** *From the Diary of Virginia Woolf*
- **Gustav Mahler:** *Rückert-Lieder*

**Ticket Information:**
- Tickets are priced from $25.
- Tickets go on sale starting July 10, 2024.

Don't miss this opportunity to experience a captivating performance in the beautiful setting of the Morgan Library & Museum. Secure your tickets early and be part of an unforgettable musical event.

Erin Wagner, mezzo-soprano

### 2025 Season Finale - Young Concert Artists

**Date:** Monday, May 12, 2025  
**Time:** 7:30 PM  
**Venue:** Zankel Hall at Carnegie Hall, 57th & 7th Avenue Entrance on 7th, New York, NY

Join us for an exciting evening of chamber music as we celebrate the 2025 Season Finale of Young Concert Artists. This special event will feature performances by our current roster artists alongside our accomplished and esteemed alumni, showcasing the best YCA has to offer. The program includes a fantastic selection of works by Mendelssohn, Prokofiev, Brahms, and Zhou Tian.

**Program:**
- **MENDELSSOHN:** String Octet in E-flat Major, Op. 20
- **PROKOFIEV:** Overture on Hebrew Themes, Op. 34
- **BRAHMS:** Liebeslieder Waltzes, Op. 52
- **ZHOU TIAN:** Viaje

**Performing Artists:**
- James Baik, cello
- Alex Fiterstein, clarinet
- Hsin-Yun Huang, viola
- Marya Martin, flute
- Chaeyoung Park, piano
- Nokuthula Ngwenyama, viola
- Randall Scarlata, baritone
- Benett Tsai, cello

**Ticket Information:**
- Single tickets starting at $20
- Tickets go on sale on October 3, 2024

Don't miss this opportunity to experience a night of exceptional music and celebrate the generations of musicians who began their careers on the YCA roster.

Young Concert Artists

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Oct 27, 2024

2024 Yca Susan Wadsworth International Auditions – Finals

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YCA 2024 Winners Concert

Feb 19, 2025

Chelsea Guo, Soprano & Piano

Feb 26, 2025

Chaeyoung Park, Piano

Dec 13, 2023

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