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Gustavo Dudamel to Lead New York Philharmonic in 2026

1/29/2026

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Gustavo Dudamel will become the New York Philharmonic's music and artistic director in September 2026.
He announced plans to perform operas at Carnegie Hall, starting with Puccini’s Tosca in November.
He plans to expand the orchestra's reach to neighborhoods and venues, including parks.
He emphasized collaboration with cultural institutions, such as the Spanish Harlem Orchestra.
Dudamel will also conduct Wagner’s Die Walküre in May at Walt Disney Concert Hall.

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Gustavo Dudamel will become the New York Philharmonic's music and artistic director in September 2026.
He announced plans to perform operas at Carnegie Hall, starting with Puccini’s Tosca in November.
He plans to expand the orchestra's reach to neighborhoods and venues, including parks.
He emphasized collaboration with cultural institutions, such as the Spanish Harlem Orchestra.
Dudamel will also conduct Wagner’s Die Walküre in May at Walt Disney Concert Hall.