Ray Chen to Perform with the National Youth Orchestra of the USA at Carnegie Hall
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| Dates: | Sunday, July 20, 2025 - Sunday, July 20, 2025 |
| Hours: | 07:00 PM |
| Ages: | Kids, Teens, Adults |
| In/Outdoor: | Outdoor |
| Cost: | $$ see below |
| Category: | Music & Concerts |
Under the baton of conductor Gianandrea Noseda, the program features Carlos Simon’s Fate Now Conquers, Mendelssohn’s beloved Violin Concerto in E Minor, and Rachmaninoff’s lush Symphony No. 2.
This event showcases the extraordinary talent of young musicians from across the country, performing alongside one of today’s most charismatic soloists.
Presented by Carnegie Hall’s Weill Music Institute, this is a rare opportunity to witness the next generation of orchestral excellence in one of the world’s most iconic venues.
| COST | ↑ top |
$40 - $95
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| LOCATION | ↑ top |
881 Seventh Avenue, New York, NY, 10019 map
Phone: 212-247-7800
Carnegie Hall is located at 881 Seventh Avenue, at the corner of 57th Street and Seventh Avenue in Manhattan.
By Subway:
Take the N, Q, R, or W train to 57th Street–Seventh Avenue station. Carnegie Hall is just steps away from the station exit.
You can also take the A, B, C, D, or 1 train to 59th Street–Columbus Circle and walk two blocks southeast.
By Bus:
M5, M7, M10, M20, and M104 buses stop near Carnegie Hall.
Parking:
Limited street parking is available. Several parking garages are located nearby, including at 888 Seventh Avenue and 200 West 58th Street.
| TIPS | ↑ top |
- Listen for how the orchestra shifts in mood between each piece. Carlos Simon’s opener is bold and modern, while Mendelssohn’s concerto is lyrical and full of movement. Ray Chen brings humor and emotional range to his playing; younger audience members often respond to his expressive style. In Rachmaninoff’s symphony, notice how the themes return and evolve—it’s a great way to help kids follow a long-form piece. If your child is new to classical music, previewing short clips of the program pieces beforehand can make the live experience feel more familiar and exciting.
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