Revel in the rhythms and melodies of Carlos Simon’s "Four Black American Dances" when Thomas Wilkins leads the NY Phil in the work, October 17 and 18, as part of our exploration of Afromodernism.    Here’s a taste of the first movement, "Ring Shout," from when Wilkins conducted the Orchestra in it earlier this summer at our Concerts in the Parks, Presented by Didi and Oscar Schafer. The percussion section leads what the composer calls an “ecstatic, transcendent religious ritual first practiced by enslaved Africans in the West Indies and United States.”   Learn more about “Afromodernism: Music of the African Diaspora” here: https://lnkd.in/gJYKV3tw

Coming up next month is one of the highlights of the NY Phil's 2024–25 season: a program fully curated by our musicians! These concerts (September 19 & 21) include a wide variety of music, including a World Premiere by Augusta Read Thomas, inspired by Duke Ellington. Learn more: https://lnkd.in/g77jtyH5

Join the NY Phil in celebrating Black creators and exploring how the cultures of contemporary Africa and the African diaspora have profoundly influenced modern arts movements. “Afromodernism: Music of the African Diaspora” | October 17 & 18 Thomas Wilkins conducts the Orchestra in works by Black composers spanning nearly a century: mid-20th-century icon William Grant Still, jazz composer David Baker, gospel-inspired composer Carlos Simon, and Nathalie Joachim, the Haitian American composer whose newly-penned cello concerto marks the NY Phil debut of Seth Parker Woods. Use the link below to learn more about these and other events this fall exploring Afromodernism: https://lnkd.in/gJYKV3tw Carlos Simon's "Four Black American Dances" heard on this video was recorded live during the New York Philharmonic Concerts in the Parks in June 2024, Presented by Didi and Oscar Schafer. Video from the world premiere of Nathalie Joachim's "Had To Be" courtesy of Spoleto Festival USA and Julia Jacobsen.

New York Philharmonic 2024-25 single tickets are now on sale! This season is filled with star pianists, virtuoso violinists, and renowned conductors and vocalists like… Gustavo Dudamel Joshua Bell Cynthia Erivo Renee Fleming Hilary Hahn Yunchan Lim Santtu-Matias Rouvali Yuja Wang Visit the link below to experience new works and beloved classics with the NY Phil this year: https://www.nyphil.org See you soon!

✈️ The second stop on the New York Philharmonic’s 2024 tour to China was Nanjing, and the Philharmonic packed quite a bit into less than 48 hours there. 🎻 A quartet of musicians gave a pop-up concert at the Golden Eagle International Shopping Center, performing works by Fanny Mendelssohn, Florence Price, and Nina Shekhar, while others took the opportunity to stretch, recharge, and take in the fabulous views of the city. The Orchestra’s sold-out concert on June 30 — at the impressive Jiangsu Grand Theatre — featured works by Mozart and Copland, conducted by Music Director Jaap van Zweden. Starr International Foundation is the Presenting Sponsor of the New York Philharmonic in China. 📸: Chris Lee

🦈 Where are all the Shark Week fans? Join the New York Philharmonic this September 26-28 for JAWS in Concert! Experience the original summer movie blockbuster like never before, as the Orchestra brings to life the Academy Award-winning score that made John Williams a household name. Directed by Steven Spielberg, JAWS set the standard for edge-of-your-seat suspense and remains one of the most gripping adventures in motion-picture history. Now it’s an unforgettable film-with-live-orchestra event! Anthony Parnther, who led last season’s sold-out performances of BLACK PANTHER in Concert returns to conduct. In the words of Chief Brody, “You’re gonna need a bigger boat!” #sharkweek

Happy Fourth of July, from your NY Phil! 🎆 📸 Chris Lee

From New York City to Guangzhou! ✈️ After a long day of flying, some New York Philharmonic musicians enjoyed the cultural offerings of the bustling city, from fabulous food (it’s the birthplace of Cantonese cuisine) to stunning art and inspiring history. It’s truly been a milestone tour. The NY Phil became the first US orchestra to perform in mainland China since 2019! The visit also marks Jaap van Zweden’s final international tour as the NY Phil's Music Director. He's already conducted symphonies by Brahms, Copland, and Mozart, led the Chinese Premiere of Nina Shekhar’s “Lumina,” and welcomed baritone Thomas Hampson (on the singer’s birthday! 🎂) as the soloist in songs from Mahler’s “Des Knaben Wunderhorn.” Stay tuned for more, including stops in Nanjing and Shanghai! Starr International Foundation is the Presenting Sponsor of the New York Philharmonic in China. 📸 Chris Lee

Heading out of the city this weekend? Going on a summer road trip? Checkout our summer-inspired playlist of your favorite orchestral works. 🎧 Start listening here: https://lnkd.in/gJXz2frZ

Another look back at this year's inaugural NY Phil Pride Alliance event. Thorgy Thor and Conrad Tao performed their rendition of Billy Strayhorn's “Lush Life’’ at the launch party for the Pride Alliance, a community of advocates that fosters queer presence, representation, and fundraising for our Orchestra. Learn more here: https://lnkd.in/ghFAgU7e