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Music has the power to unite

Mark Savage speaks to Venezuelan conductor Gustavo Dudamel about his life and career.

Born in the city of Barquisimeto, he鈥檚 famous for conducting orchestras all over the world, as well as film credits that include conducting the opening and end titles for Star Wars: the Force Awakens.

With a unique ability to communicate joy and his passion for music to mass audiences, Dudamel has become a rare pop culture icon from the world of classical music - affording him mainstream appeal. He鈥檚 currently in London, performing concerts alongside the band Coldplay.

In this interview, he talks about El Sistema - Venezuela鈥檚 unique programme which has helped train thousands of musicians, the highlights of his time as musical director of the LA Philharmonic, and taking over the helm of the New York Philharmonic.

Thank you to the Culture team for their help in making this programme.

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Presenter: Mark Savage
Producers: Bob Howard and Roxanne Panthaki
Editor: Nick Holland

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(Image: Conductor Gustavo Dudamel performs onstage during weekend 2, day 2 of the Coachella Valley Music and Arts Festival Photo by Scott Dudelson/Getty Images for Coachella)