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The Americas & Americans Festival is a landmark cross-cultural Latin American music program historically directed by conductor Gustavo Dudamel for the Los Angeles Philharmonic. Debuting in 2010 at the Walt Disney Concert Hall, the festival brought together diverse Latin American voices and repertoires, establishing a distinctive sonic bridge between continents and cultures. The festival expanded in 2012 to a two-week Hollywood Bowl presentation, highlighting major works such as Cantata Criolla and Pasión según San Marcos, and featuring notable collaborations with artists like Pat Metheny and Bajofondo. While there has not been a publicly announced ongoing edition since 2012, the festival's legacy continues to influence LA’s concert culture and cross-cultural programming. If you’re seeking past highlights or planning future Latin American music experiences in Los Angeles, we’ve got you with context, history, and connections to related events and artists.