Venezuela’s revolutionary music education program, El Sistema, founded under the leadership and vision of Dr. José Antonio Abreu, has transformed the futures of millions of young people through the power of music and has produced one of the world’s foremost orchestras. Join Dr. Abreu, recipient of this year’s Glenn Gould Prize, members of the Simón Bolívar Youth Orchestra, and other leaders in music and education, including – neuroscientist and author Dr. Daniel Levitin, Linda Ronstadt and host Murray McLauchlan – in a day of inspirational keynotes, expert panel presentations, interactive sessions and uplifting performances designed to raise awareness, impact policy and promote action.

Witness firsthand the science, the stories, the strategies – and the powerful impact of music education on the minds and lives of young people. Discover what can be done to make the Promise of Music part of every child’s life in Canada.