Mei-Ann Chen conducts the 2026 edition of Carnegie Hall’s NYO2, “a superbly talented youth orchestra” (New York Classical Review) that shows “a bright future for classical music” (Musical America) on July 30, 2026.

Featuring Gershwin’s beloved An American in Paris, Respighi’s picturesque Pines of Rome and Michael Torke’s Sky, a 2019 Pulitzer Prize finalist that blends bluegrass and Irish fiddle traditions with classical music with violinist Tessa Lark, the renowned soloist for whom it was originally composed, and whose recording of the piece was Grammy-nominated for Best Classical Instrumental Solo.

Part of: National Youth Ensembles, NYO2, and United in Sound: America at 250

Single tickets available Thursday, April 9 at 11 AM.