Carnegie Hall has always inspired the world's finest musicians to perform at their highest levels. This season, the list of artists who will give their best on Carnegie Hall's stages has never been more diverse:

• Singer-songwriter James Taylor and violinist Christian Tetzlaff host their own Perspectives concerts.
• Brad Mehldau, the first jazz artist to hold the Richard and Barbara Debs Composer's Chair, premieres new music and showcases his skills as a pianist.
• Throughout New York City, the intriguing events of JapanNYC, a citywide festival of performances and exhibits, celebrate Japan's complex and beguiling culture.

All this is in addition to an array of legendary orchestras, ensembles, and artists.

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