John Williams Debuts 'Bravo Gustavo!' Fanfare at LA Phil Concert

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The celebratory piece highlights the LA Phil trumpet section, conducted by Gustavo Dudamel at Walt Disney Concert Hall

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The LA Phil announced a special addition to its June 4 program, Gustavo Dudamel : Celebrating the Musicians of the LA Phil—a newly composed fanfare by legendary composer John Williams . Titled Bravo Gustavo!, the work is written to showcase the orchestra's trumpet section among the full ensemble and will be conducted by Music & Artistic Director Gustavo Dudamel .

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The brief, celebratory piece was composed as a surprise tribute to Dudamel and the musicians of the Los Angeles Philharmonic, recognizing their artistry and the enduring impact of Dudamel's leadership.

“John Williams has long been a cherished part of the LA Phil family, and this gesture is both deeply meaningful and wonderfully joyful,” said Kim Noltemy, LA Phil President & CEO. “Bravo Gustavo is a fitting tribute—not only to Gustavo, but to the extraordinary musicians who bring this orchestra to life.”

Widely regarded as one of the most influential composers of our time, Williams has maintained a close relationship with the LA Phil for decades, serving as both a conductor and curator for the orchestra programs. The organization also recently dedicated the Hollywood Bowl stage in his honor.

Thursday, June 4, 2026, 8:00pm Los Angeles Philharmonic

Gustavo Dudamel , conductor Boris Allakhverdyan, clarinet Andrew Bain, horn Denis Bouriakov, flute David Rejano Cantero, trombone Whitney Crockett, bassoon Robert deMaine, cello Chris Hanulik, bass Thomas Hooten, trumpet Matt Howard, timpani Joanne Pearce Martin, piano Joseph Pereira, timpani Christopher Still, trumpet Jeffrey Strong, trumpet Bing Wang, violin James Wilt, trumpet

ROSSINI Overture to William Tell ROSSINI Rondo from Bassoon Concerto MOZART Romance from Horn Concerto No. 4 PAGANINI (arr. for flute by D. Bouriakov) La Campanella from Violin Concerto No. 2 MENDELSSOHN Adagio from Concerto for Violin and Piano TCHAIKOVSKY Pezzo capriccioso TCHAIKOVSKY Swan Lake Finale

Intermission

Philip Glass Concerto Fantasy for Two Timpanists and Orchestra: Third Movement SHAW Concerto ROTA Trombone Concerto: Lento Andres MARTIN Bass Concerto: Final Movement Gabriela ORTIZ Mujer Arena (LA Phil Commission; World Premiere) John Williams Bravo Gustavo! (LA Phil Commission; World Premiere)

The June 4 concert, Gustavo Dudamel : Celebrating the Musicians of the LA Phil, highlights the artistry of the orchestra and marks a moment of reflection and celebration for Dudamel's tenure as Music & Artistic Director. Titled Bravo Gustavo! the same name as the commemoration of Dudamel's first 10 years with the LA Phil—the work offers audiences a unique opportunity to experience a new composition by Williams in this special context.

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_Originally reported by [BroadwayWorld](https://www.broadwayworld.com/los-angeles/article/John-Williams-Composes-New-Fanfare-Bravo-Gustavo-for-LA-Phil-Concert-20260505)._