José Antonio Abreu
José Antonio Abreu | |
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Abreu (2007) | |
| Born | José Antonio Abreu Anselmi May 7, 1939 Valera, Venezuela |
| Died | March 24, 2018 (aged 78) Caracas, Venezuela |
| Alma mater | Universidad Católica Andres Bello |
| Occupation(s) | Orchestra conductor, pianist, economist, educator, activist, politician |
| Known for | Founder of El Sistema |
| Awards | Right Livelihood Award |
José Antonio Abreu Anselmi (May 7, 1939 – March 24, 2018) was a Venezuelan orchestra conductor, pianist, economist, educator, activist, and politician best known for his association with El Sistema. He was honored with the 2009 Latin Grammy Trustees Award, an honor given to people who have contributed to music by the Latin Academy of Recording Arts & Sciences.