Ahmed Alom (pianist, conductor, producer, arranger/composer) is “one of the most versatile artists in the Western Hemisphere” (Diario de Mallorca). His musical voice and vision, combining a classical music background with popular music roots from his home country Cuba, allows him to constantly challenge and create new connections between the music of today.

Alom will be the youngest Artistic Director and Conductor of The Washington Square Music Festival starting January 2024, since its foundation in 1953. He has proven to be an ambassador of inclusive and creative programming, conducting and premiering especially Latin American music.