STATEMENT FROM THE LOS ANGELES PHILHARMONIC
REGARDING THE APPOINTMENT OF GUSTAVO DUDAMEL TO THE NEW YORK PHILHARMONIC
LOS ANGELES, CA (February 7, 2023) — Los Angeles Philharmonic David C. Bohnett Chief Executive Officer Chair Chad Smith, today, regarding the appointment of Gustavo Dudamel to the New York Philharmonic, stated:
The Los Angeles Philharmonic congratulates Gustavo Dudamel on his appointment as Music & Artistic Director of the New York Philharmonic starting in the 2026/27 season, and the beginning of a remarkable new chapter for Gustavo and his family. We are excited to continue working with Gustavo through our 2025/26 season, which will mark his 17th year with the LA Phil, and we will look forward to welcoming him back as a guest conductor for years to come.
Since he first took the stage at the Hollywood Bowl as the Music & Artistic Director of the Los Angeles Philharmonic in 2009, Gustavo’s passion and musicianship have thrilled millions of people around the world. From programming some of the most ambitious works ever staged, inspiring the orchestra to reach new levels of artistry, expanding the limits of Walt Disney Concert Hall, and demonstrating the power of music to change people’s lives through YOLA (Youth Orchestra Los Angeles), Gustavo has left indelible marks on classical music, the LA Phil and Los Angeles. We are deeply proud of what we have achieved, and will continue to, under his guidance.
From our earliest days, the LA Phil has been a trailblazer, boldly embracing the new, welcoming the world’s greatest artists to our stages and redefining the role of an orchestra in our community. The search for our next Music Director will be conducted with this same spirit as we define the future of our organization.
PUBLIC RELATIONS CONTACT
Sophie Jefferies
sjefferies@laphil.org
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ABOUT THE LA PHIL
Under the leadership of Music & Artistic Director Gustavo Dudamelthe LA Phil offers live performances, media initiatives and learning programs that inspire and strengthen communities in Los Angeles and beyond. The Los Angeles Philharmonic orchestra is the foundation of the LA Phil’s offerings, which also include a multi-genre, multidisciplinary presenting program and such youth development programs as YOLA (Youth Orchestra Los Angeles). Performances are offered on three historic stages—Walt Disney Concert Hallthe Hollywood Bowl and The Ford—as well as through a variety of media platforms. In all its endeavors, the LA Phil seeks to enrich the lives of individuals and communities through musical, artistic and learning experiences that resonate in our world today.
LOS ANGELES PHILHARMONIC STATEMENT
REGARDING THE APPOINTMENT OF GUSTAVO DUDAMEL TO THE NEW YORK PHILHARMONIC
LOS ANGELES, CA (February 7, 2023) – Chad Smith, Chairman of the Executive Management David C. Bohnett of the Los Angeles Philharmonicstated today, regarding the appointment of Gustavo Dudamel to the New York Philharmonic, the following:
The Los Angeles Philharmonic congratulates Gustavo Dudamel on his appointment as Music and Artistic Director of the New York Philharmonic beginning with the 2026/27 season, and the beginning of a remarkable new chapter for Gustavo and his family. We are excited to continue working with Gustavo during our 2025/26 season, which will mark his 17th.o year with the LA Phil, and we look forward to always welcoming him as a guest conductor for years to come.
Since taking the podium for the first time at the Hollywood Bowl as Music and Artistic Director of the Los Angeles Philharmonic in 2009, Gustavo’s passion and musicianship have excited millions around the world. From programming some of the most ambitious works ever performed, inspiring the orchestra to new levels of artistic prowess, pushing the boundaries of Walt Disney Concert Hall, and demonstrating the power of music to change people’s lives through YOLA ( Los Angeles Youth Orchestra), Gustavo has left indelible marks on classical music, the LA Phil and Los Angeles. We are deeply proud of what we have accomplished and will continue to accomplish under his guidance.
Since our earliest days, the LA Phil has been a trailblazer, boldly embracing the new, welcoming the world’s best artists to our stages, and redefining the orchestra’s role in our community. The search for our next Music Director will be conducted in this same spirit as we define the future of our organization.
Contacts:
Sophie Jefferies
SJefferies@laphil.org
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ABOUT THE PHIL
Under the leadership of the musical and artistic director Gustavo Dudamel, LA Phil offers live performances, media initiatives, and learning programs that inspire and empower communities in Los Angeles and beyond. The Los Angeles Philharmonic Orchestra is the foundation of the LA Phil’s offerings, which also include a multi-genre and multi-disciplinary performing program, as well as youth development programs such as YOLA (abbreviation for Los Angeles Youth Orchestra). Presentations take place in three historical settings —the Walt Disney Concert Hallhe Hollywood Bowl y The Ford— as well as through various media platforms. In all of its endeavors, the LA Phil seeks to enrich the lives of individuals and communities through musical, artistic, and learning experiences that resonate in our world today.
