NY Phil Ensembles at Merkin Hall
About This Event
NY Phil Ensembles brings members of the New York Philharmonic to David Geffen Hall as part of the Merkin Hall series, a format in which orchestra players move between repertory and closer audience contact. The lineup includes conductor Benjamin Adler alongside NY Phil musicians such as violist Cynthia Phelps, violinist Sheryl Staples, artists Helen Huang and I‑Jung Huang, and chamber contributors Leah Ferguson, Yulia Ziskel and others.
About Works by Brahms(chamber)
“Works by Brahms” frames Johannes Brahms as a composer of private drama, written for small forces but built with symphonic logic. At David Geffen Hall with Groupmuse NYC, members of the New York Philharmonic step out of orchestral formation into a chamber format that shortens the distance between players and listeners. Featured performers include I-Jung Huang, Sheryl Staples, Yulia Ziskel, and Leah Ferguson. Brahms has been part of New York’s concert life since the 19th century, and this setting makes his structural rigor feel less monumental and more human.
About the Artists
New York Philharmonic
Immerse yourself in the timeless elegance of the New York Philharmonic, one of the world's most prestigious classical music ensembles. With its home at the iconic David Geffen Hall at Lincoln Center, this orchestra serves as a cornerstone of New York City's vibrant cultural landscape.
I-Jung Huang
I-Jung Huang is a musician known for her performances and contributions in the field of classical music.
Sheryl Staples
Sheryl Staples is an accomplished violinist known for her role as the associate concertmaster of the New York Philharmonic.
Yulia Ziskel
Yulia Ziskel is a recognized artist known for her contributions in the field of performance, though specific details about her genre or style are not provided.
Leah Ferguson
Leah Ferguson is a classical musician associated with performances at David Geffen Hall in New York City. She has appeared in chamber settings connected to the New York Philharmonic, including the NY Phil Ensembles at Merkin Hall series, where orchestra members move between repertory and close audience contact.
Cynthia Phelps
Cynthia Phelps is a prominent violist known for her performances with the New York Philharmonic and her contributions to chamber music.