All of us at Harmony Program are thrilled that Gustavo Dudamel was appointed music director of the New York Philharmonic! This New York Times piece gives Harmony a shoutout when highlighting Dudamel’s commitment to expanding access to music education. Our students — including Luigi, who is quoted in the article and pictured below — have had the thrill of playing under his baton in NYC, LA, and Mexico City. We look forward to more opportunities for NYC kids upon his arrival in 2026!

The New York Times: New York Hails Dudamel as a ‘Monstruo’ and a Boon to Young Musicians