"I believe conferring the Prince of Asturias Award for the Arts to the National Network of Youth and Children Orchestras of Venezuela is the right decision, since this project proves like no other the existential value of music. Music is more than a profession; it is a way of life. I would like to congratulate both the jury and the laureates."


Daniel Barenboim
2002 Prince of Asturias Award Laureate for Concord