José Antonio Abreu Anselmi (May 7, 1939 – March 24, 2018) was a Venezuelan conductor, educator, pianist, economist, activist and politician. He is known for his work in the project of "El Sistema", a music program established for the better education of young people and children without turning to crime. He was entitled to receive the "Latin Grammy Board of Trustees Award", an honorary award given by the "Latin American Academy of Musical Art and Science" in 2009, for his works on the art of music.