Daniel Harding Named Music Director of Los Angeles Philharmonic, Replacing Gustavo Dudamel

The Los Angeles Philharmonic has appointed British conductor Daniel Harding as its next music director, succeeding Gustavo Dudamel. Harding will begin his six-year tenure in the 2027/28 season, while Dudamel departs in August 2026 to lead the New York Philharmonic but will remain connected to Los Angeles as artistic and cultural laureate.