Berliner Philharmoniker opens Carnegie Hall fall season with Italian opera gala
The Berliner Philharmoniker performed an Italian music program at Carnegie Hall in New York on Thursday evening to open its autumn season.
Conductor and tenor lead performance
Chief conductor Kirill Petrenko led the German orchestra alongside star tenor Jonas Kaufmann. The ensemble performed works by Verdi, Leoncavallo, and Respighi under the venue's gilded ceilings.
Audience reaction and atmosphere
Guests received a raucous standing ovation after the show featured surprise brass musicians from the wings. Attendees described the event as having a cool, dusky vibe suitable for the changing season.
Gala celebration continues later
Celebrations moved to Cipriani 42nd Street following the main performance with a celestial theme. Designers and actors among the guests were surrounded by sunflowers and flickering candles at the venue.
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