Dudamel Fellowship Program
From 2009 to 2026, the Dudamel Fellowship Program brought promising young conductors from around the world to the LA Phil to develop their craft. Created by Gustavo Dudamel, the program combined artistic mentorship, hands-on conducting experience, and opportunities to inspire young musicians and audiences.
About the Dudamel Fellowship Program
When Gustavo Dudamel became Music & Artistic Director in 2009, he created the Dudamel Fellowship Program to provide promising young conductors from around the world with opportunities to develop their craft and enrich their musical experience.
The Fellows worked alongside Dudamel and musicians of the Los Angeles Philharmonic, as well as with visiting artists and conductors. The Fellows put what they learned throughout the season into practice by conducting Symphonies for Youth and Symphonies for Schools concerts at Walt Disney Concert Hall, participating as cover conductors, and serving as mentors in programs such as Youth Orchestra Los Angeles (YOLA).
The program concluded in 2026 at the end of Dudamel’s tenure as Music & Artistic Director.
Dudamel Fellows: By the Numbers
- 56 rising conductors who participated in the Dudamel Fellowship program
- 27 countries represented by Dudamel Fellows
- 26 Dudamel Fellows who have been appointed music director of a symphony orchestra or opera house
Past Dudamel Fellows |
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2025/26 | 2024/25 | 2023/24 | 2022/23 |
2021/22 | 2020/21 | 2018/19 | 2017/18 |
2016/17 | 2015/16 | 2014/15 | 2013/14 |
2012/13 | 2011/12 | 2010/11 | 2009/10 |
