Great Performances S37E1 · Gustavo Dudamel and the Los Angeles Philharmonic

Great Performances

Season 37 · Episode 1 · Gustavo Dudamel and the Los Angeles Philharmonic

Considered the most dynamic young conductor in classical music since Bernstein, 28-year-old Gustavo Dudamel begins his tenure as Music Director of the Los Angeles Philharmonic in fall 2009. In this program, learn more about Dudamel, the LA Philharmonic, composer John Adams, and see a movement from John Adams' "City Noir" and Mahler's "Symphony No. 1 in D major" performed at his inaugural concert.