Between July 28 and August 13 of this year, five talented members of The Nucleus Orchestral Program received full scholarships to participate in the prestigious YOLA National Festival in Los Angeles, California.

This festival, led by the renowned Maestro Gustavo Dudamel, brings together young musicians selected through auditions from various programs inspired by El Sistema across the United States, offering a world-class artistic and educational experience.

During their stay, our representatives performed two memorable concerts, held on August 5 and 11 at the acclaimed Walt Disney Concert Hall—one of the most iconic venues for symphonic music in the world.
Our representatives were:

• Richelle Díaz
• Santiago Hernández
• Andrés Hurtado
• Mathias Suárez
• Alejandro González

Their participation in these concerts and in the festival is not only a source of pride for our community, but also a testament to the transformative impact that music and dedication can have on the personal and artistic growth of our youth.