What is included in my ticket?

In addition to all conference sessions and performances, Three-Day tickets include admission to the Carnegie Hall concert and the reception at the Century. Single-Day tickets will be available at the door for $40/$70. See FAMI web site or Eventbrite Agenda (above) for program details.

We will be providing coffee and light refreshments in the mornings; lunch and dinner are not provided.

Do I need my badge to enter conference sessions/events?

Yes, you will need your badge (provided at check-in) to access each event at the conference.

Conference: Forging an American Musical Identity in the Long 19th Century

By Forging an American Musical Identity

Overview

This is the kickoff event for the exploration of our country’s rich musical heritage.

Join us for this diverse and exciting multidisciplinary conference in New York City (January 28-30, 2026). It will culminate with a concert at Carnegie Hall by the American Symphony Orchestra (Leon Botstein, conducting), including the modern premiere of George Frederick Bristow's Symphony No. 5 Niagara.

Wednesday, 28 January

David Geffen Hall, Lincoln Centerfor the Performing Arts
65th Street and Broadway

Thursday, 29 January

Elebash Recital Hall, Graduate Center, City University of New York
365 Fifth Avenue (@ 34th Street)

Friday, 30 January

Segal Hall, Graduate Center,City University of New York
365 Fifth Avenue (@ 34th Street)

Category: Music, Classical

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In person

Refund Policy

No refunds

Location

David Geffen Hall

10 Lincoln Center Plaza

New York, NY 10023

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Agenda

8:45 AM - 6:00 PM

LOCATION: Sidewalk Studio, Geffen Hall, Lincoln Center

8:45 AM - 11:00 AM

Session 1: Developing an American Cultural Identity

11:15 AM - 12:15 PM

Session 2: Music of Everyday Life

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