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Student Orchestra Shouts ‘Mambo!’ and Meets Gustavo Dudamel

Our photographer followed 95 young musicians for six days as they prepared to perform with Gustavo Dudamel, the next music director of the New York Philharmonic.

By Javier C. Hernandez and James Estrin

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Dudamel Reunites With Simón Bolívar Symphony Orchestra

The conductor led the Simón Bolívar Symphony Orchestra in their first performance together since he ran afoul of the Venezuelan government in 2017.

By Javier C. Hernandez

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Gustavo Dudamel, Superstar Maestro, Meets New York

On his first visit to the city since being named the New York Philharmonic’s next music director, he eagerly played the role of celebrity conductor.

By Javier C. Hernandez

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Gustavo Dudamel: A Maestro at a Crossroads

“I’m not a young conductor anymore,” Dudamel said as he prepares to leave Los Angeles in 2026 to lead the New York Philharmonic.

By Javier C. Hernandez