Carnegie Hall World Class Concert

Each family has 4 tickets (1 for the performing student + 3 extra audience tickets).

If you need to purchase more, follow the link:

https://www.carnegiehall.org/Calendar/2026/07/31/Irvine-School-of-Music-Student-Recital-0800PM

Student call time thru back entrance (Location on Map)

6:45pm. 7pm SHARP

THIS ENTRANCE IS ON 56th STREET.

TICKET PICK UP AT THE SAME TIME.

Performance start time – 8pm

Dress rehearsal details – Walk-thru of performance order & last minute preparations.

• Wear formal concert attire in black, navy, charcoal, or other deep solid colors like green, purple, red.
• The stage is cream/light-brown wood so avoid colors like white, tan, yellow, orange.
• Dress shirts, blouses, dress pants, long skirts, dresses, suits, and blazers are all acceptable. Avoid short skirts.
• Wear comfortable dress shoes or low heels that allow safe walking and performance on stage.
• Absolutely NO – athletic wear, jeans, sweats, shorts, sneakers, flip-flops, and clothing with logos or graphics.
• Choose attire that allows full freedom of movement at instrument and does not restrict breathing or posture.
• Avoid bulky sleeves, oversized jackets, or accessories that may interfere with your instrument or technique.
• Keep jewelry minimal and simple to prevent distractions and accidental contact with instruments.
• When in doubt, all-black concert attire is the preferred and safest choice.

• Represent Irvine School of Music with professionalism, courtesy, and respect at all times.
• Follow all instructions from ISM staff, teachers, venue personnel, and Carnegie Hall staff promptly.
• Remain quiet backstage and during rehearsals to help maintain a focused performance environment.
• Show respect for fellow performers, their instruments, and personal space.
• Keep phones TURNED OFF and put away during rehearsals, performances, and backstage activities.
• Do not run, horseplay, or engage in disruptive behavior anywhere in the venue.
• Maintain a positive attitude and support fellow performers throughout the event.
• Leave all performance, rehearsal, and backstage areas clean and tidy

• Arrive at all rehearsals, check-ins, and performances at the scheduled time or earlier.
• Allow extra travel time for New York City traffic, transit delays, and security procedures.
• Be fully dressed, performance-ready, and having used restroom before rehearsal call time.
• Have all music, instruments, accessories, and materials prepared before arrival.
• Notify ISM staff immediately if an unexpected delay or emergency occurs.
• Remember that late arrivals may miss rehearsals, staging instructions, or performance opportunities.

We are excited to present professional photography of the event for students and parents. Video options are still being worked on. Stay tuned for those.

Carnegie Hall Photography/video policies:

ABSOLUTELY NO PARENT OR STUDENT VIDEO OR PHOTOS ON CELL PHONE DEVICES DURING THE SHOW

YOU WILL BE ESCORTED OUT OF THE FACILITY IF YOU RECORD ANY PORTION OF THE PERFORMANCE.

Students may practice pieces backstage in soundproof rooms ONLY by staff supervision. 

Parent audience entry procedures:

• Main Entrance for Weill Recital Hall for general audience and parents will be through glass doors where there will be security and ropes in the front set up by the venue staff. THIS ENTRANCE IS ON 57th STREET.
• Enter, drop tickets at the box office on the left, and there are stairs/elevator for access to the Jacobs Room for pre-concert reception that the venue staff will guide you to. Doors for the Weill Recital Hall will OPEN 30 minutes before the start of the show. Please wait patiently as final minute rehearsals may still be happening. NO PEEKING 🙂
• Students will be separated from parents during rehearsal and the entire concert including intermission as we want to maintain professionalism, elegance, composure, and anticipation to provide family and friends with a show to enjoy and remember for a lifetime.

• Airline
• Flight confirmation numbers
• Departure airport
• Arrival airport
• Baggage policies
• TSA/ID requirements
• Transportation from airport to hotel

Suggested Transportation in NYC

Common Transportation Options

• Subway (There is a Metro/subway exit directly at Carnegie Hall. *57-7Ave.)
• Uber/Lyft (Best if hotel is <1mi. away)
• Walking (Best if hotel is <.03mi. away)
• Yellow taxis (May be small if in a larger party)

• NYC traffic can be heavy
• Allow extra travel time
• Comfortable walking shoes recommended if walking *but do not forget formal dress shoes for on stage attire.
• MetroCards/OMNY payment system info: Tap Pay at all Metro/subway entrances charge only $3.00 per person for any Manhattan destination. *Consider for cheaper alternative as Lyft/Ubers may be more depending on distance.

Suggested Concert Dress

Students

• Formal black attire
• Black dress shoes
• Performance accessories
• Instrument and accessories
• Sheet music
• Instrumentalists
• Extra strings/reeds/sticks
• Rosin/capo/tuner as applicable
• Music binder with sheet music. Prepare more than 1 copy in case lost or damaged.

Essential Items

• Government REAL ID/passport if needed
• Concert attire (including dress shoes)
• Concert Instruments (Except Piano/Voice)
• Comfortable walking clothes and shoes
• Chargers/power banks
• Medications
• Printed plane or hotel tickets/confirmations

ISM main contact numbers:

Main School Phone: 949-385-2034

Kyle, Concert Coordinator: 714-514-9175

Carnegie Hall Ticketing/ Assistance: 212-247-7800

Medical Emergency: 911

• Students must arrive on time
• Families should remain reachable by phone
• Quiet backstage environment required
• Respect venue staff and policies
• No parent or student videography or photography during concert
• Students will be separated backstage before and during entire performance, including intermission.

Popular Attractions Nearby

• Central Park
• Times Square
• Rockefeller Center
• The Metropolitan Museum of Art

Suggested Food Areas

• Hell’s Kitchen
• Koreatown
• Little Italy
• Upper West Side

• Double-check flight times
• Arrive early to all scheduled activities
• Keep valuables secure
• Stay hydrated
• Enjoy the experience and celebrate the students’ achievement