The Carnegie Hall Corporation is a non-profit organization that operates the Carnegie Hall concert venue in New York City. The venue was built in 1891 and has since become one of the most prestigious concert halls in the world. The Carnegie Hall Corporation is responsible for organizing and promoting a wide range of musical performances, including classical, jazz, and world music. The organization also provides educational programs and resources for musicians and music lovers of all ages. Carnegie Hall has hosted many famous performers over the years, including Tchaikovsky, Mahler, and Duke Ellington. The venue has also been the site of many historic events, such as the first public performance of Gershwin's Rhapsody in Blue.