Gustavo Dudamel and Yuja Wang

Born in Barquisimeto, Venezuela, Gustavo Dudamel is a celebrated conductor known for his dynamic style and dedication to music education. As El Sistema's most famous alumnus, he's the music director of the Los Angeles Philharmonic since 2009, Paris Opera since 2021, and soon the New York Philharmonic. Dudamel has won multiple Grammys, including for Mahler's Symphony No. 8. He advocates for youth music programs and collaborates with renowned orchestras globally.

Pianist Yuja Wang, born in Beijing, is acclaimed for her dynamic style and virtuosic performances. Renowned for Russian music, she has played with top orchestras globally, is known for chic stage fashion, and has collaborated with cellist Gautier Capuçon. Wang frequently releases albums on Deutsche Grammophon.