Los Angeles Philharmonic

By the mid-2010s, the Los Angeles Philharmonic Orchestra had established itself as a model for the image and role of the symphony orchestra in contemporary society, and as one of the top orchestras in the U.S. and the world. Under the vibrant leadership of music and artistic director Gustavo Dudamel, a product of Venezuela's innovative Sistema program of classical music education, the orchestra has shown a commitment to foundational works and adventurous explorations. The Los Angeles Philharmonic was founded in 1919 by Los Angeles multi-millionaire and avid amateur musician...