Three Fall Concerts in New York City: Copland, Barber, Dvořák, Chopin, Liszt, Ravel, Schumann, Prokofiev and more:

This fall, New York's concert halls offer three evenings of extraordinary piano and orchestral artistry. Chengcheng Ma makes his Carnegie Hall debut with multiple premieres and cross-cultural collaborations with guest artists performing works for solo or two pianos. This includes the U.S. premiere of the young pianist Huang Nansong's Reflections on Dunhuang inspired by the unique artistic charm of the Mogao Caves in Dunhuang, its magnificent murals, and its profound historical heritage.

János Balázs returns to Carnegie Hall on November 16 with a Romantic tribute to the legendary György Cziffra. Balázs brings his energetic performance style to the stage as he celebrates the artistic freedom that defines Cziffra's artistry. And on November 19, Modus Operandi Orchestra (MOO) celebrates America's 250th at Merkin Hall featuring treasured compositions, such as Barber's beloved Knoxville: Summer of 1915 alongside works by Copland, Dvořák, and a new favorite by Jessie Montgomery. Please reach out to request press or industry tickets.​
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Announcing: Modus Operandi Orchestra presents Celebrating America at 250

On Thursday, November 19 at 6:30 pm, New York-based Modus Operandi Orchestra (MOO) returns to Merkin Hall in a concert of works by Copland, Barber, Montgomery and Dvořák. This celebration of America’s 250th anniversary offers a powerful program showcasing the breadth and vitality of American music. Founded by conductor and music director Justin Bischof, MOO - Modus Operandi Orchestra is comprised of some of the finest freelance orchestral players in the country. Guest artist, acclaimed Canadian operatic soprano Katherine Whyte will be the soloist for Barber’s beloved Knoxville: Summer of 1915.

The concert will take place at the Merkin Hall, Kaufman Music Center, Abraham Goodman House, 129 West 67th Street, New York. T 212 501 3330. Tickets are $45 and $85 and can be purchased through www.kaufmanmusiccenter.org​

Zankel Debut: Hungarian Pianist János Balázs Hommage à Cziffra: Works by Chopin, Liszt, Ravel, Schumann

Following his acclaimed debut last season, renowned Hungarian pianist János Balázs returns to Carnegie Hall for a solo recital honoring the legacy of György Cziffra, one of the 20th century’s legendary masters.

Known for his technical brilliance, improvisational freedom, and expressive range, Cziffra redefined what was possible on the instrument and remains an enduring figure of artistic resilience. Channeling that same spirit, as part of the Cziffra Festival, Balázs brings a blend of depth, nuance, and effortless command to New York, showcasing the distinct identity of the Hungarian piano tradition.

Steering clear of standard programming, Balázs offers a captivating selection of Romantic works. The evening opens with the warmth of Schumann’s Widmung (transcribed by Liszt) and the vivid storytelling of Carnaval. The music then flows through the energy of Liszt’s Spanish Rhapsody, the elegance of Chopin’s Andante spianato et grande polonaise brillante, and Liszt’s iconic Hungarian Rhapsody No. 12, before concluding with a dramatic finish in Ravel’s La Valse. Presented by Cziffra Festival with support from the National Cultural Fund.

The concert will be held at Zankel Hall at Carnegie Hall on Monday, November 16 at 7:30pm. Tickets start at $41. Purchase tickets at www.carnegiehall.org.

Pianist Chengcheng Ma makes Carnegie Hall Debut with new and traditional works

Forte International Group presents pianist Chengcheng Ma in an evening celebrating cross-cultural dialogue through piano music on Tuesday, October 13, 2026 at 7:30 PM at his Carnegie Hall debut at Weill Recital Hall. The program features new works and established masterworks for solo piano and two pianos. Ma is joined by distinguished guest pianists Pavel Nersessian, Rodney Lister, EunAe Lee, and Yimiao Fang. The program includes two world premieres by Stella Sung and Rodney Lister, the U.S. premiere of Nansong Huang's Reflections on Dunhuang, and works by Chen Yi, Mary Lou Williams, Prokofiev/Pletnev.

The performance takes place at Weill Recital Hall at Carnegie Hall, 57th Street and Seventh Avenue, New York, NY. Tickets start at $30, with student and senior discount tickets available at the box office. Visit www.carnegiehall.org for tickets. Use code CCM57513 get a 20% discount.

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