Incredible high school musicians from Venezuela! | Gustavo Dudamel

Orchestral Performance00:00:57

The video features an extended orchestral performance by the Simon Bolivar Youth Orchestra.

Introduction of Gustavo Dudamel00:00:20

Chris Anderson introduces Gustavo Dudamel, the new musical director of the Los Angeles Philharmonic Orchestra, as the greatest young conductor in the world, appearing live from Caracas.

Gustavo Dudamel's Address00:05:25

Gustavo Dudamel greets the audience in L.A., Quincy Jones, Maestro Zander, and Mark. He expresses happiness about connecting across the world through music and highlights the impact of 'El Sistema' in Venezuela, which allows young people to dream and achieve those dreams through music.

Aspirations for 'El Sistema' and Musical Selection00:06:19

Dudamel shares the hope that 'El Sistema' will expand to have orchestras in all countries across the Americas. He then introduces a performance of "Danzon No. 2" by Mexican composer Arturo Marquez.

Second Musical Performance00:06:55

The orchestra performs Arturo Marquez's "Danzon No. 2".