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LA Philharmonic is Soaring with Daniel Harding

Conductor and commercial airline pilot Daniel Harding is announced as the 12th music director of the Los Angeles Philharmonic.

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Celebrating Gustavo!

Classical California's Brian Lauritzen reflects on Gustavo Dudamel's career at the Los Angeles Philharmonic.

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Preview the LA Phil’s Season Opener with Pianist Jean-Yves Thibaudet

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Gustavo Dudamel Discusses Breaking Batons, Otello, and More

Gustavo Dudamel kicks off 2018 classical season at the Hollywood Bowl, conducting LA Phil. He shares about his upcoming Metropolitan Opera debut, his mentor, and more.

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