Gustavo Dudamel, the world-renowned music and artistic director of the Los Angeles Philharmonic, will deliver the keynote address at USC’s 143rd commencement ceremony May 14 at the Los Angeles Memorial Coliseum.
“Gustavo Dudamel has transformed how this city experiences music,” USC President Beong-Soo Kim said. “He is living proof that joy and excellence are transformative qualities, and that is exactly the message we want to convey as we send our graduates into the world.”
“With six top arts schools, USC is uniquely positioned to prepare artists whose work moves fluidly across disciplines, cultures and communities,” said Jason King, dean of the USC Thornton School of Music. “Gustavo Dudamel brings these values to life at the highest level, combining extraordinary artistic achievement with a deep commitment to education, leadership and the power of culture to unite communities across cultural boundaries. His example speaks to USC graduates across all fields and to the lasting impact they can have in the world.”