Charlotte Symphony Youth Orchestras

The 2001-2002 season marked the 40th anniversary of the Charlotte Symphony Youth Orchestra. The Youth Orchestra performed at Carnegie Hall in New York City on June 17, 2002. This was an unbelievable opportunity for these talented young musicians to get a chance to perform in one of the most famous concert halls in the world.

2002 Carnegie Hall repertoire:

Swan Lake Suite- Tchaikovsky
I. Scene Act I
II. Dance of the Little Swans
III. Hungarian Dance
IV. Spanish Dance
V. Neapolitan Dance
VI. Mazurka

Pictures at an Exhibition-Mussorgsky/arr. Ravel
Promenade
I. Gnomus
VIII . Catacombae – Sepulchrum Romanum
Cum Mortuis in Lingua Mortua
IX. La Cabane sur des Pattes de Poule
X. La Grande Porte de Kiev

Carnegie Hall: A brief history

For over 100 years, Carnegie Hall, a name that is recognized as an international standard and symbol of musical excellence, has been host to the world's great orchestras, ensembles, conductors and soloists.

On May 5, 1891, Carnegie Hall opened its doors for its first concert under the direction of Walter Damrosch and Peter Ilyich Tchaikovsky. The premier benefactor, Andrew Carnegie, noted, "I believe that this hall will have significance in the history of this country, and the history of the world."

After being saved from demolition in 1955 by violinist Isaac Stern, Carnegie Hall was landmarked in 1964. In May of 1986, Carnegie Hall closed its doors for 28 weeks to begin the most extensive renovation and restoration in its history. It was re-opened in December 1986 with its Recital Hall and 2800 seat main hall, Isaac Stern Auditorium, restored to its original 19th century magnificence.