Feb 12-15, 2026
Dudamel Conducts Beethoven and Lorenz
Featuring Yunchan Lim and Cate Blanchett
An exploration of Enlightenment ideals through Beethoven and his contemporaries.
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A CELEBRATION OF 17 YEARS THAT TRANSFORMED AN ORCHESTRA, A GENRE, AND A CITY
Gracias Gustavo
Gustavo Dudamel joined the Los Angeles Philharmonic to push boundaries—in his interpretations of timeless music, his pursuit of new ideas, and his exploration of the role of an orchestra in the life of a city. Seventeen years later, he’s still finding new things to explore and new horizons to surpass.
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Upcoming Performances
Our 2025/26 season honors Gustavo, the extraordinary music he and the orchestra have made together, and the spirit of Los Angeles that unites us all. From bold new commissions to timeless masterpieces, this season is a celebration of connection through sound. See Gustavo and the Los Angeles Philharmonic live in action.
Honor Gustavo and Empower Young Musicians
Support YOLA (Youth Orchestra Los Angeles) and Gustavo’s enduring legacy at the LA Phil by donating now.
Feb 20-22, 2026
Gustavo Conducts Beethoven: Missa Solemnis
Dudamel leads Beethoven’s heartfelt masterwork
Feb 26-Mar 1, 2026
Beethoven and Ortiz with Dudamel
Beethoven’s celebratory Seventh Symphony meets Gabriela Ortiz’s powerful “Glitter Revolution” ballet.
Mar 5-6, 8, 2026
Dudamel, Dante, and Beethoven 6
From Beethoven’s idyllic “Pastoral” to Thomas Adès’ “Inferno.”
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Frank Gehry, scenic designer
MAY 19-24, 2026
Die Walküre
Frank Gehry, scenic designer
Alberto Arvelo, director
Envisioned as a three-part saga, each act standing on its own, this production boasts a cast of international opera superstars who bring to life a grand tale of love, fate, duty, and self-determination.
May 28 & 30, 2026
Gustavo Dudamel & Yo-Yo Ma
Cello icon Yo-Yo Ma reunites with Gustavo Dudamel for a new concerto.
May 29 & 31, 2026
Sierra and Strauss
Gustavo Dudamel conducts the world premiere of Roberto Sierra’s symphonic study after leading A Hero’s Life.
June 5-7, 2026
Gracias Gustavo
Celebrating 17 Years
Drama, poetry, and groundbreaking music set the stage for Gustavo Dudamel’s finale concert.
17 Years in the Making
See the impact and revisit LA Phil history with maestro Dudamel.
Watch & Listen
Explore Gustavo's highlights with the LA Phil, YOLA (Youth Orchestra Los Angeles), and his creative collaborators.
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Gustavo Dudamel Reflects on 17 Years with the LA Phil
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Listen to Our Gustavo Dudamel Spotify Playlist
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“La Música Une”―Gustavo Dudamel
Gustavo Dudamel on how music unites.
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Gustavo Dudamel on the Importance of Music Education
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Gustavo Dudamel rehearses "The Firebird" suite with the Los Angeles Philharmonic
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Hear the GRAMMY®-Winning Recording of Ives’ Four Symphonies
Gustavo Dudamel leads the Los Angeles Philharmonic in the radical and inventive music of composer Charles Ives.
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Dudamel on Frank Gehry’s “Instrumento Inspirador”
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In Conversation with Natalia Lafourcade and Gustavo Dudamel
Watch as Gustavo Dudamel shares his vision for a world in which young people are enriched by music education.
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A Decade of Dudamel in Los Angeles
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Gustavo Dudamel and the LA Phil perform Gabriela Ortiz's Revolución diamantina
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Breaking Ground on the Judith and Thomas L. Beckmen YOLA Center at Inglewood
The Frank Gehry-designed Center will expand YOLA's impact while providing much-needed resources to its surrounding community.
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Beethoven Symphony No. 6 (Movement I) with Gustavo Dudamel and the LA Phil
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Billboard Presents Gustavo Dudamel
Watch as Gustavo Dudamel shares his vision for a world in which young people are enriched by music education.
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My First Concert with Gustavo
YOLA’s Lili Morales remembers her first time on stage at the Hollywood Bowl.
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Gustavo Dudamel conducts an excerpt from Mahler’s Symphony No. 1 with the Los Angeles Philharmonic
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The Rite of Spring with Dudamel and the LA Phil
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John Williams Celebration: Performance & Interview with Gustavo Dudamel
Marking his 90th birthday, the composer behind the musical heartbeat of countless films and a friend of the LA Phil joins Dudamel for a musical...
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Gustavo Dudamel’s favorite Beethoven recordings
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Why Dudamel loves The Nutcracker
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Meet the Musicians of Encuentros Orchestra
Gustavo Dudamel’s international orchestra of young musicians gathered in LA
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Great Big Story: How to Conduct an Orchestra
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Beethoven's 9th (Excerpt): Gustavo Dudamel & the LA Phil
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Jorge Glem and Gustavo Dudamel perform "Odisea" at the Hollywood Bowl
Gustavo and You
Whether you’ve seen him conduct in person, listened to a recording, or felt moved by his impact on the city, we want to know how Gustavo Dudamel has made a difference in your life!
Let us know your favorite concert memory, a transformative moment, or personal connection to Gustavo’s artistry by emailing us at graciasgustavo@laphil.org or sharing your story on social media with the hashtag #graciasgustavo.
Our Gustavo Memories
Join us in honoring Gustavo through heartfelt stories and memories.
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Jonathan
We're kicking off a new series this season featuring messages from Gustavo fans from our LA Phil community. First up, Jonathan!
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D’Ani and Clea
D’Ani and Clea are ushers at the Hollywood Bowl, so they’ve seen it all. For them, there’s nothing that compares to watching Gustavo Dudamel conduct...
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Micaela
Micaela has worked on the social media team at the LA Phil for 3 years, but her favorite memory of Gustavo Dudamel goes back much farther, to when...
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Take home a piece of Gustavo's legacy from the LA Phil Store! Shop for recordings, posters, accessories, and all things Gustavo, online or in-store at Walt Disney Concert Hall.
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Celebrate Gustavo's Legacy with a Gift to YOLA
As we celebrate Gustavo’s tenure, we also celebrate YOLA (Youth Orchestra Los Angeles) as a life-affirming program that embodies Gustavo’s belief in music as a force for equity, hope, and transformation.
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