Carnegie Hall continues its new online series Live with Carnegie Hall on Tuesday, May 12 at 2PM EDT with acclaimed interpreter of the American Songbook Michael Feinstein hosting a program dedicated to the music of George Gershwin, joined by special guests. Live with Carnegie Hall continues on Thursday, May 14 at 2PM EDT hosted by world-renowned soprano Renée Fleming joined by her friend and special guest vocalist-songwriter Rufus Wainwright for a program exploring the art of song, and also revisiting a classic performance of a work from her signature repertoire-R. Strauss's Four Last Songs-in discussion with WQXR's Elliott Forrest. Philadelphia Orchestra Music Director Yannick Nézet-Séguin returns as host on Tuesday, May 19 at 2PM EDT for a program centered on the ensemble's history at Carnegie Hall.
These new original online programs are designed to connect world-class artists with music lovers everywhere, featuring musical performances, storytelling, and conversations that offer deeper insights into great music and behind-the-scenes personal perspectives. Live with Carnegie Hall launched in April and has included episodes hosted by Emanuel Ax, Joshua Bell, Tituss Burgess, Angélique Kidjo, and Ute Lemper. The series is streamed on Carnegie Hall's social media channels via Facebook Live and Instagram Live. A schedule of upcoming episodes as well as archived programs that are available for on-demand viewing can be found on carnegiehall.org/live. "Through the reach of technology, Live with Carnegie Hall offers us the opportunity to bring people together to enjoy unique musical experiences at a time when we all need the uplifting inspiration of the arts more than ever," said Clive Gillinson, Executive and Artistic Director of Carnegie Hall. "We are excited to be able to share our virtual stage with some of the world's most extraordinary artists-representing the full range of music that is featured on Carnegie Hall's stages every day of the week. They will be joining us to personally curate these episodes, sharing their artistry, personal musical perspectives, and captivating stories."Videos