High above the skyline of the bustling and desirable Plaza District in Manhattan, Carnegie Hall Tower makes itself out as one of the most impressive skyscrapers in New York City. The building was completed in 1991 and used as an office building since then. It was designed by Cesar Pelli and in surprisingly architectural harmony with neighbor building Carnegie Hall, which is also a landmark of New York.

This postmodern tower has 60 stories, about 757 feet high. It is clad in elegant two-toned brickwork, with painted metal bands at the intervals of each six floors. Together with The CitySpire Center and Metropolitan Tower, splendorous Carnegie Hall Tower is one of three tall constructions in New York City, offering luxury services and security for the tenants inside.

Homepage of Carnegie Hall Tower

http://carnegiehalltower.com/

Facilities of Carnegie Hall Tower:

- The entrance of the tower is stunningly vaulted, leading visitors to the grand and luxury lobby decorated with Italian marble and brass.

- The tower has concierge/manned security and monitoring system available in 24 hours a day, 7 days a week.

- Attentive and polite operations staff is on site for any possible service requests.

- There are massager centers for quick incoming and outgoing packages.

- The tower enables guest registry via website.

- The venue is equipped with 10 ultra high speed elevators dedicated to passengers, and one freight elevator for cargo.

- The windows of the building are all made of thermopane and sound damping.

- Electronic card-key access system ensures the quick and easy access into the offices.

- The building has an on-site bike rack for bikers.

- Standing beside the windows, guests are provided the spectacular views of the Hudson River, Central Park, East River and the sparkling skyline, etc.

Marvelous Locations:

Carnegie Hall Tower is located at 152 W. 57th Street, within the prosperous Plaza District. It is encircled by heaps of world-famous shopping malls, hotels, restaurants and entertainment. This area is occupied with an array of buildings, which echo each other high above the skyline of the city, including Metropolitan Tower, CitySpire, The London NYC, Hampshire House and Burlington House.

Carnegie Hall Tower offers a 360-degree view of Central Park, a hidden paradise for an escape from this fast-paced city. The world-renowned Columbus Circle is located about three blocks away and this is a fantastic place with a number of monuments like Maine Monument and Christopher Columbus Monument. The ultimate destination of New York City, Fifth Avenue, is found about 0.4 miles from Carnegie Hall Tower. This unrivaled shopping street houses numerous upscale retailers, along with palatial residential homes, grand churches and several historical buildings.

You can visit the website below and find out more attractions near Carnegie Hall Tower.

Carnegie Hall Tower on Google Map

http://maps.google.com/maps?q=152+W+57th+St+New+York

About the Operator:

This preeminent building is owned and managed by TF Cornerstone, a family real-estate firm which owns and operates a number of commercial, residential, and retail properties in New York City and Washington D.C. TF Cornerstone offers a wealth option of critical amenities, such as security systems, elevators, high-end telecommunication services and more. Its location in New York is 387 Park Ave South, NY. The number is 212-984-1717.

TF Cornerstone Official Website

http://www.tfcornerstone.com/about/index.php

The Carnegie Hall is one of the most famous music venues of the world, which you can find at 881 Seventh Avenue. It is just situated between West 56th and 57th Streets, in close proximity to the Central Park. Built in 1891, the Carnegie Hall is a prestigious concert venue for classic and popular music.

This hall is actually a combination of a couple of buildings located in this area, including the main hall, the Zankel Hall and the Weill Recital Hall and so on. Every season, the Gorgeous Carnegie Hall plays host to about 250 magnificent performances as well as plenty of other events. It really features a rich history of wonderful performances and excellent performers.

The Official Website of the Carnegie Hall

http://www.carnegiehall.org/SiteCode/Intro.aspx

Would you like to share the story of all these great artists who have ever performed there? Or take a tour to catch an insider's glimpse of this concert venue and learn more about its history? Join a Carnegie Hall guided tour and experience the fantastic Carnegie Hall right now! At present, there are a number of Carnegie Hall tours available for visitors from everywhere. Keep reading to find out the perfect tour that interests you the most.

Daily Tour

For visitors who pay a visit to the Carnegie Hall on weekdays, the daily tour would be available at 11:30 am, 12:30 pm, 2 pm and 3 pm respectively. If you happen to come to this concert venue on Saturdays, then you can only participant in a guided tour at 11:30 am or 12:30 pm. To catch a tour on Sundays, you are recommended to get to the hall in the morning. The only guided tour on Sundays begins at 12:30 pm.

Normally, each daily tour would start from the main lobby and last for about an hour. The ticket price of adult's daily tour is 10 dollars. Students and seniors would be charged 8 dollars per person. However, daily tour ticket for kids aged 12 or under only costs 4 dollars.

If you're interested, simply purchase a ticket at the Box Office of the Carnegie Hall. Daily tour ticket would be available from 12 pm on Sundays. When it comes to weekdays and Saturdays, you can buy your ticket after 11 am. Just remember that, reservations for daily tours will not be accepted.

Note that the availability of daily tours depends on the concert schedule. You can only take a guided tour when the concert schedule permits. For any questions or more detailed information about Carnegie Hall daily tours, you can call (212)903-9765, fax to (212)903-0765 or send your email to tours@carnegiehall.org.

Japanese Language Tour

To welcome foreign tourists from Japan, the Carnegie Hall also furnishes a series of guided tours in Japanese language. The ticket for Japanese Language Tours would be also sold at the Box Office. These guided tours will be available at:

- 12:30 pm - Tuesday, March 22, 2011

- 12:30 pm - Saturday, March 26, 2011

- 12:30 pm - Tuesday, April 5, 2011

- 12:30 pm - Saturday, April 9, 2011

Group Tour

If you plan to the visit the Carnegie Hall along with 19 or more people, then you will be in line for the group tour discounts. Group tours would be available from 10 am until 4 pm. Better still, you can take part in a group tour in foreign languages if you make an appointment with the Carnegie Hall. Chinese, French and Japanese language group tours are provided.

Please be advised that any group tours are required to make a reservation ahead of event. For the latest information, you can call (212)903-9705 or send an email to groupsale@carnegiehall.org.

Group Tour and Dining Package

Want to make your Carnegie Hall tour more enjoyable and memorable? How about an unparalleled dining experience? The Carnegie Hall offers a range of brunch and lunch packages for group travelers to choose from. For more details, you can contact the Group Sales Office at (212)903-9705.

Virtual Tour

The virtual tour is definitely one of the highlights of the Carnegie Hall. For anyone who feels pity for not being able to visit the Carnegie Hall in person, the dramatic virtual tours must be his top choices. Just visit the official website of the Carnegie Hall and then you can get a 3-D stage view of both Stern Auditorium and Perelman Stages.

Tours for People with Disabilities

In addition to all these tours mentioned above, the Carnegie Hall also provides tours for people with disabilities. Arrangement would be made immediately whenever you call to make a reservation.

More Information about Various Tours Offered by the Carnegie Hall

http://www.carnegiehall.org/article/the_basics/art_tours.html

Being one of the most popular concert venues in the world, the Carnegie Hall is erected at 881 Seventh Avenue, New York City, the United States. It was built in 1890 and then named after Andrew Carnegie - the person who financed its construction. In 1891, the Carnegie Hall firstly opened its door to the public on May 5.

Designed by architect William Burnet Tuthil, the fantastic Carnegie Hall consists of several buildings located in this area, such as the Main Hall, the Zankel Hall and the Weill Recital Hall, etc. As a major concert venue in New York City, the Carnegie Hall hosts hundreds of performances and various events annually.

When it comes to 2011, there is also an array of upcoming Carnegie Hall events waiting for you. To celebrate its 120th anniversary, the Carnegie Hall offers a wide range of wonderful concerts as well as other events for visitors to enjoy during the entire year. Well, let's take a quick glance at the Carnegie Hall Schedule of 2011 now.

March - April 2011

- JapanNYC Phase II: You have no doubt heard about the JapanNYC already since the phase I of this grand festival has been held at the Carnegie Hall in December, 2010. And the phase II of this event is just around the corner. The JapanNYC offers an unparalleled opportunity for people in New York City to appreciate the excellent performance of Marstro Ozawa and his Japanese ensembles.

- A Gala Celebrating 120-Year of Carnegie Hall: Let's join the dramatic celebration of the Carnegie Hall at 7 pm on April 12, 2011. James Taylor would be there spending the exciting and memorable night together with you!

- 120th Anniversary Gala at 8 pm on May 5, 2011: Originally, the Carnegie Hall opened its door to the public on May 5, 1891. And 120 years later, there would be an incredibly amazing celebration for the 120th birthday of the Carnegie Hall. Plan your visit in advance to experience and share the glorious culture of this historical Hall.

October 2011

- October 5, 2011 - The Carnegie Hall's Opening Night Gala would begin at 7 pm on this Wednesday.

- October 6, 2011 - If you're a big fan of the Mariinsky Orchestra, then this Thursday night would be definitely special for you! The performance of the Mariinsky Orchestra would start at 8 pm. You can't miss it!

- October 9, 2011 - This is also a great night for all those visitors who really appreciate the performance of the Mariinsky Orchestra. Directed and conducted by Valery Gergiev, this gorgeous event would begin at 2 pm on this Sunday.

- October 10 & 11, 2011 - There would be two fantastic performances by the Mariinsky Orchestra. Both of them would be available at 8 pm.

- October 15, 2011 - You will be strongly recommended to arrive at the Carnegie Hall before noon, since the Discovery Day - Tchaikovsky in St. Petersburg would begin at 1 pm.

- October 16, 2011 - This is the night for The MET Orchestra! Christine Rice would give an impressive performance as the Mezzo-Soprano.

- October 25, 2011 - Have you ever heard about the famous Chinese pianist Lang Lang? He, along with the Philadelphia Orchestra, would perform at the Carnegie Hall at 8 pm this Tuesday night. Plus, at 7:30 pm inside the Weill Recital Hall, there will be a performance by Ensemble ACJW.

- October 26, 2011 - To savor the terrific performance of the soprano - Anna Netrebko and the pianist - Elena Bashkirova at the Carnegie Hall, you will be suggested to get into the Hall before 8 pm.

- October 27, 2011 - This night, the Minnesota Orchestra and the pianist Stephen Hough would await you at the Carnegie Hall until 8 pm. Do not miss it!

- October 28, 2011 - There will be an impressive Cuarteto Casals for violin, viola and cello. It would begin at 7:30 pm.

- October 28 & 29, 2011 - Why not treat yourself and your family to an engaging performance by the Budapest Festival Orchestra? Actually, there are two performances available: 7:30 pm on Friday or 8 pm on Saturday.

- October 31, 2011 - This Monday, the great pianist András Schiff will perform Bartok Piano Sonata and Beethoven Diabelli Variations at the Carnegie Hall.

November 2011

- November 3, 2011 - This night, the Zankel Hall would host a grand music festival. The performance of Juho Pohjonen will begin from 7:30 pm.

- November 5, 2011 - Need to relax and refresh yourself at this Saturday night? Simply pay a visit to the Carnegie Hall! The excellent Atlanta Symphony Orchestra would help you escape from the hustle and bustle of the urban city.

- November 29, 2011 - The "Kalichstein-Laredo-Robinson Trio" would be held at the Carnegie Hall from 7:30 pm on this Tuesday.

- November 30 & December 1, 2011 - Top performer - Avanti! Chamber Orchestra would share with you the wonderful works by composer Kaija Saariaho at the Carnegie Hall these two nights.

Other events in November include:

- November 8, 2011 - Plenty of great works would be performed by the violinist - Leonidas Kavakos and the pianist - Enrico Pace.

- November 16 & 17, 2011 - Orchestre Revolutionnaire et Romantique

- November 19, 2011 - Baltimore Symphony Orchestra

December 2011

- December 1, 2011 - A number of musicians would be waiting for you at the Carnegie Hall. There will be an event called "Ensemble ACJW" at this night.

- December 2, 2011 - An amazing Borromeo String Quartet for violin, viola and cello would be held at the Carnegie Hall this night.

- December 7, 2011 - This Wednesday night, Janine Jansen would be there performing violin at the Carnegie Hall, accompanied by the London Philharmonic Orchestra.

- December 8, 2011 - The excellent pianist - Emanuel Ax will have a date with you at this beautiful night.

- December 13, 2011 - Christian Zacharias, the pianist, would take you to experience the wonderful world of piano music. Just remember that the fabulous performance begins at 8 pm.

- December 15, 2011 - This wonderful night would surely impress you! Susanna Phillips - the Soprano and Joshua Hopkins - the Baritone will give a great performance at the Carnegie Hall.

- December 16, 2011 - It's always time for you to feel easy and relaxing at Friday night. Why not immerse yourself into the world of music with excellent musicians? The "Ensemble ACJW" will be ready for you this night!

In addition to all these orchestras and seasonal highlights we've mentioned above, the Carnegie Hall furnishes all its visitors with many other special events like recitals. As for recitals, various great artists would await you at the Carnegie Hall this year.

- October 20, 2011 at 8 pm - Pianist Yuja Wang

- October 21, 2011 at 7:30 pm - Pianist Anna Tilbrook and Soprano Lucy Crowe

- October 22, 2011 at 7:30 pm - Pianist Kit Armstrong

- October 26, 2011 at 8 pm - Pianist Elena Bashkirova and Soprano Anna Netrebko

- October 31, 2011 at 8 pm - Pianist András Schiff

- November 3, 2011 at 7:30 pm - Pianist Juho Pohjonen

- November 10, 2011 at 8 pm - Pianist Nobuyuki Tsujii

- November 12, 2011 at 7:30 pm - Pianist Jean-Yves Thibaudet

- November 14, 2011 at 8 pm - Pianist Sam Haywood and violinist Joshua Bell

- November 18, 2011 at 7:30 pm - Pianist Martin Helmchen and cellist Marie-Elisabeth Hecker

- November 28, 2011 at 8 pm -Tenor Lan Bostridge and pianist Thomas Ades

- December 10, 2011 at 8 pm - Soprano Karita Mattila and pianist Martin Katz

- December 13, 2011 at 8 pm - Pianist Christian Zacharias

- December 15, 2011 at 7:30 pm - Countertenor Lestyn Davies and pianist Kevin Murphy

For those who prefer old or new music works, the Carnegie Hall also offers a bunch of opportunities for them to choose from. The following are fabulous events scheduled in 2011.

- October 14, 2011 at 7:30 pm - American Composers Orchestra

- October 20, 2011 at 7:30 pm - The English Concert

- October 31, 2011 at 7:30 pm - Brooklyn Rider

- November 4, 2011 at 10 pm - Bill Frisell / Bill Morrison - The Great Flood

- November 5, 2011 at 9 pm - Bang on a Can All-Stars

- November 15, 2011 at 7:30 pm - The Theater of Early Music

- November 18, 2011 at 7:30 pm - Tafelmusik Baroque Orchestra

- November 30, 2011 at 7:30 pm - Avanti! Chamber Orchestra

- December 1, 2011 at 7:30 pm - Avanti! Chamber Orchestra

As we have talked before, the Carnegie Hall is a great concert venue for both classic and popular music. Therefore, you can also enjoy pop and jazz at this fantastic building.

- October 14, 2011 at 8 pm - The New York Pops

- October 15, 2011 at 10 pm - Aurelio Martinez

- October 19, 2011 at 8 pm - Goran Bregovic & His Wedding and Funeral Orchestra

- October 22, 2011 at 8 pm - Audra McDonald

- October 26, 2011 at 7:30 pm - Standard Time with Michael Feinstein

- October 28, 2011 at 10 pm - Joe Lovano Us Five

- November 4, 2011 at 8 pm - Sweet Honey In The Rock

- November 18, 2011 at 8 pm - The New York Pops

- November 19, 2011 at 8:30 pm - Rhythm of Rajasthan

- December 3, 2011 at 10 pm - Ambrose Akinmusire Big Band

- December 16, 2011 at 8 pm - The New York Pops