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Zubin Mehta named Conductor Emeritus of the LA Philharmonic

Conductor Zubin Mehta
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Conductor Zubin Mehta

The Los Angeles Philharmonic Orchestra has named 82-year-old Indian-born Maestro Zubin Mehta as the orchestra's new Conductor Emeritus.

Current LA Philharmonic Music Director Gustavo Dudamel has referred to Mehta as a "trusted mentor and friend..."  "To follow in his footsteps...is a true honor...this city and this orchestra would not be the same without him."

Mehta will return to conduct the orchestra as Conductor Emeritus in the 2019-2020 seasonLearn more.