Before the concert, the President of the 79th United Nations General Assembly and the UN Deputy Secretary-General delivered speeches, calling on the global community to unite in addressing present and future challenges.

The President of the 79th UNGA emphasized in their speech that leaving no one behind is our shared responsibility. This is not only the core mission of the United Nations but also a promise we owe to humanity. Through joint efforts, we can create a more peaceful, sustainable, and dignified future for ourselves and generations to come.

The UN Deputy Secretary-General called for concrete actions to fulfill our commitments to the world: "We are not only here to enjoy beautiful music but also to connect our hearts and responsibilities through the power of culture. Peace, development, and human dignity are inseparable, and we need to unite to ensure every voice is heard."

The evening's performance combined diverse cultural elements from around the world. From soulful symphonies to modern art performances, every act highlighted the beauty of global diversity and human creativity. Notably, the performance by musicians from Cameroon with their rich and varied instruments captivated the audience with its dynamic rhythm, earning rounds of applause and enthusiastic cheers.

The concert attracted not only diplomats from UN member states and representatives of international organizations but also numerous New York residents who love peace and art. The UNITAR  Carnegie Concert conveyed a powerful message to everyone: music is a universal language that transcends borders and cultures. Through art, we must deliver the core ideals championed by the United Nations—finding unity in diversity and building an inclusive future for all."

The grand finale featured a collaborative performance of Handel's *Messiah* by the Columbia University-TC Choir, the Boston String Ensemble, and the Orchestra, filling the audience with the joy of the approaching Christmas season.

The concert not only drew diplomats and representatives from UN member states and international organizations but also many New Yorkers who cherish peace and art. The UNITAR New York Carnegie Concert delivered a compelling message: music is a powerful language that transcends boundaries and cultures. Through art, we must spread the United Nations' core ideals—unity in diversity and building an inclusive future for everyone."

As the final performance concluded, the audience rose to their feet in applause, the sound of clapping echoing long after. This concert not only added brilliance to the celebration of the 79th UNGA but also became a vivid symbol of global cooperation and cultural exchange. The melodies conveyed not only peace and hope but also a solemn commitment to sustainable development and human dignity.

The concert attracted not only diplomats from UN member states and representatives of international organizations but also numerous New York residents who love peace and art. The UNITAR New York Carnegie Concert conveyed a powerful message to everyone: music is a universal language that transcends borders and cultures. Through art, we must deliver the core ideals championed by the United Nations—finding unity in diversity and building an inclusive future for all."

As the final performance concluded, the audience rose to their feet in applause, the sound of clapping echoing long after. This concert not only added brilliance to the celebration of the 79th UNGA but also became a vivid symbol of global cooperation and cultural exchange. The melodies conveyed not only peace and hope but also a solemn commitment to sustainable development and human dignity.