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Virtuoso pianist Evgeny Kissin will be leading a special concert at Carnegie Hall entitled "With You, Armenia" in commemoration of the centennial of the Armenian genocide at the hands of the Ottoman Turks some 100 years ago. As Classicalite contributor James Inverne duly lets us know, the concert will juxtapose Armenian composers with works by Chopin and, surprise, will feature the world premiere of a newly composed work by Krzysztof Penderecki. Poland's greatest living composer, as per the 'Guardian,' yes, Mr. Penderecki is all too familiar with historical horrors--and how to honor them. -
Travel Channel's 'Mysteries at the Museum' Investigates Carnegie Hall Theft of Bronisław Huberman's Stradivarius Violin
In one of our favorite episodes yet, The Travel Channel's docu-drama 'Mysteries at the Museum' recently featured the archive and research room at the world-famous Carnegie Hall in New York City. Via the episode entitled "Stolen Strad, Fall From Space, Czech Dream," host Don Wildman examined a concert program that marked one of the most infamous nights in the history of the hall (as well as a space capsule used by a heroic astronaut during a harrowing mission and a DVD from an unusual film that blurred the lines between fact and fiction). -
Egyptian Pianist Mohamed Shams Performs Solo Debut at Carnegie Hall in April
Carnegie Hall will be hosting the Egyptian classical pianist Mohamed Shams solo debut in April. During the program, Shams will perform works by Chopin, Carter, Mendelssohn, Ravel, Scarlatti and Egyptian composer Gamal Abdel Rahim. -
New York Choral Society Presents Symposium on Felix Mendelssohn's St. Paul, David Haynes Moderates, Experts Dr. Larry Todd and Dr. Siegwart Reichjwald Discuss
The New York Choral Society is presenting a symposium on Felix Mendelssohn titled “Mendelssohn: A Conversation. His Life, His Music His Passion” on Jan. 11. -
New York Choral Society and Orchestra to Play Rarely Heard 'St. Paul' by Felix Mendelssohn at Carnegie Hall, David Haynes Music Director
The New York Choral Society and Orchestra with Music Director David Hayes will present the rarely heard St. Paul by Felix Mendelssohn at Carnegie Hall. -
Monty Python's 'Life of Brian'-Inspired 'Not the Messiah' by Eric Idle and John Du Prez ('Spamalot') - New York Premiere of Comic Oratorio at Carnegie Hall
The Collegiate Chorale and the Orchestra of St. Luke's along with Broadway stars and Eric Idle himself perform the oratorio at Carnegie Hall December 15-16. -
Dave Matthews Performs With Ladysmith Black Mambazo At Carnegie Hall: DMB Frontman Fills In For Paul Simon [VIDEO]
It wasn’t exactly Paul Simon playing alongside Ladysmith Black Mambazo, but it was still pretty damn good! Maybe even better actually? Over the weekend, Dave Matthews Band frontman Dave Matthews stopped by New York City’s Carnegie Hall to fill in for the famed singer. -
Classicalite Q&A with Violinist Itamar Zorman
Israeli violinist Itamar Zorman, winner of the 2011 Tchaikovsky International Violin Competition, has been furthering his stellar young career with new recordings, prestigious bookings, and recognition, having received a 2014 Borletti-Buitoni Trust Award and a 2013 Avery Fisher Career Grant. As he prepares for his "Distinctive Debut" concert at Carnegie Hall's Weill Recital Hall on November 5, he took some time to speak with us about his background and career. -
PHOTOS: 'Joshua Bell: A YoungArts Masterclass' HBO Special Showcases Bach and Mendelssohn
While watching HBO's Joshua Bell: A YoungArts Masterclass, it is easy to see that it's all about the kids. The world-renowned violinist checks his ego at the door, focusing his efforts on Mendelssohn, Bach and his youthful ritornello, who clearly idolize their enthusiastic coach. -
Violinist Anne-Sophie Mutter Carnegie Hall 2014-15 Perspectives Artist Features Berlin Philharmonic, Sebastian Currier, Sir Andre Previn at Series Opening October 1
Violinist Anne-Sophie Mutter as Carnegie Hall's 2014-2015 Perspectives artist has curated a six-night concert series. Beginning on October 1, the Opening Night Gala will feature Sir Simon Rattle and the Berlin Philharmonic. The series will also include the U.S. Premiere of Sebastian... -
Dave Matthews To Play Carnegie Hall During ‘Twenty Years of Freedom’ Special
Following word that he’ll be standing up to cancer by playing the televised SU2C event this coming Sept. 5, musician Dave Matthews will reportedly be playing at Carnegie Hall on Oct. 10, according to JamBands. -
Symphony Space Announces New Artistic Director, Fulbright Scholar and Carnegie Hall Exec Andrew Byrne
The latest from Symphony Space comes to us via DotDotDotMusic, who is pleased to announce that Andrew Byrne will be hopping on as the new Artistic Director on September 15. Australian-born, Byrne is a Fulbright scholar who matriculated through Columbia University for his doctorate in music. The leadership role comes after his ten years with Carnegie Hall, eight of which were spent as Director of Festivals and Special Projects.
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