Emanuel Ax with New York Philharmonic, 'Rachmaninoff', and more

The New York Philharmonic, a cultural icon in NYC and globally, connects with millions via concerts, media, and education. Gustavo Dudamel to lead in 2026, succeeding luminaries like Bernstein and Mahler.

Born in Lvov, Poland, Emanuel Ax is a celebrated pianist known for his classical repertoire and collaborations with Yo-Yo Ma. He won the Arthur Rubinstein Competition in 1974 and the Avery Fisher Prize in 1979. Ax's recordings have earned him multiple Grammy Awards, and he frequently performs with renowned orchestras and at prestigious festivals like Ravinia and Tanglewood. He has recorded for the Sony Classical label and teaches at Juilliard.