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What was the first song played in Carnegie Hall?

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Since it opened in 1891, Carnegie Hall has set the international standard for musical excellence as the aspirational destination for the world's finest artists. read more

According to the timeline on the Carnegie Hall Website, the first song played there was Pyotr Ilyich Tchaikovsky's Marche Solennelle on May 5, 1891 during the grand opening five-day music festival. read more

From Tchaikovsky, Dvořák, Mahler, and Bartók to George Gershwin, Billie Holiday, Benny Goodman, Judy Garland, and The Beatles, an honor roll of music-making artists representing the finest of every genre has filled Carnegie Hall throughout the years. read more

Alternately, music competitions are often hosted at Carnegie Hall. The finalists will often compete in live performances, or the prize might be a performance at Carnegie Hall. For instance, on January 25, 2014, the winners of the Crescendo International Competition will appear in recital. read more

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