Los Angeles Philharmonic names Daniel Harding as music director
musicMay 26, 20261140
Daniel Harding has been named music director of the Los Angeles Philharmonic, succeeding Gustavo Dudamel and assuming the post in the 2027/28 season. The British-born conductor, 50, will continue working as a part-time commercial airline pilot while leading the LA Phil. Harding replaces Dudamel and his appointment sets the orchestra’s musical leadership going forward, shaping future programming, touring, and recordings.