Carnegie Hall is set to present Songs of America, a vibrant, genre-spanning concert that honors the rich musical traditions defining the American sound. Scheduled for January 24, 2026, in the Stern Auditorium/Perelman Stage, the event is part of the Hall’s United in Sound: America at 250 festival—a multi-month celebration of the musical diversity that has evolved across the United States in recognition of the nation’s 250th anniversary. Carnegie Hall+1
Led by acclaimed music director and producer Ray Chew and co-produced with Vivian Scott Chew, the performance features an all-star lineup of artists from a wide range of musical backgrounds. Featured performers include Ali Stroker, Donnie McClurkin, Kathy Sledge, Tito Puente Jr., Vernon Reid, Kid Capri, Joel Hoekstra, Min Kwon, CP Lacey, and Young, Gifted and Broadway, with New York radio legend Cousin Brucie as special guest host. BroadwayWorld
The concert will showcase iconic songs that reflect America’s cultural tapestry—such as “We Are Family,” “Oyo Como Va,” and “America the Beautiful”—bringing together influences from gospel, disco, rock, Latin, jazz, and more in a celebration of the musical voices that define the nation. BroadwayWorld
“Songs of America” highlights the power of music to unite diverse traditions and tells the story of the American sound through performances that span decades and genres—making it a centerpiece of Carnegie Hall’s musical tribute to the country’s artistic heritage.
