Carnegie Hall first opened its doors on May 5, 1891, and it is truly amazing to consider that for nearly 120 years, since the day Tchaikovsky appeared at the first concert, the world’s finest musicians have aspired to perform here. Undoubtedly, the genius of the Hall’s conception has inspired the great artistry on its stages that continues to this very day.

This season you can enjoy Perspectives concerts with great artists as varied as singer-songwriter James Taylor and violinist Christian Tetzlaff; a multi-event focus on pianist-composer Brad Mehldau, holder of this season’s Richard and Barbara Debs Composer’s Chair; and JapanNYC, a citywide festival of performances and exhibits that celebrate Japan’s complex and beguiling culture. All this is in addition to the legendary orchestras, ensembles, and artists who will perform on our three stages.

We feel both privileged and excited to present our audiences with programs that always seek to match Carnegie Hall’s extraordinary space with performances of power, joy, and discovery. Please read on, and then join us for the experience.

Clive Gillinson