The Los Angeles Philharmonic announced Monday that composer John Williams has written a new fanfare honoring conductor Gustavo Dudamel and the orchestra, set to premiere next month at Walt Disney Concert Hall.
The piece, titled “Bravo Gustavo!,” will debut June 4 during the program “Gustavo Dudamel: Celebrating the Musicians of the LA Phil,” and is designed to highlight the orchestra’s trumpet section within the full ensemble, according to the LA Phil.
Dudamel, the LA Phil’s music and artistic director, will conduct the performance, which organizers said is intended as a tribute to both his leadership and the musicians of the orchestra.
“John Williams has long been a cherished part of the LA Phil family, and this gesture is both deeply meaningful and wonderfully joyful,” LA Phil President and CEO Kim Noltemy said in a statement. “Bravo Gustavo is a fitting tribute — not only to Gustavo, but to the extraordinary musicians who bring this orchestra to life.”
Williams, one of the most prominent composers of the modern era, has maintained a long relationship with the LA Phil as a conductor and curator of programs. The organization recently dedicated the Hollywood Bowl stage in his honor.
Officials said the June 4 concert will feature a wide-ranging program showcasing members of the orchestra, including works by Rossini, Mozart, Tchaikovsky, Philip Glass and Gabriela Ortiz, along with the world premiere of Williams’ new fanfare.
The performance also comes as Dudamel prepares to depart the Los Angeles Philharmonic later this year to become music director of the New York Philharmonic, marking the end of his tenure leading the L.A. ensemble.
Organizers said the concert is intended as both a celebration of the orchestra’s musicians and a reflection on Dudamel’s impact during his time in Los Angeles.
Tickets for the performance are available through the LA Phil at www.laphil.com/.