She travelled eight hours by bus for violin lessons. Now she's playing Wembley with Coldplay

Violinist Pathrycia Mendonça, a beneficiary of Venezuela's El Sistema program, will perform with the Simón Bolívar Orchestra of Venezuela as Coldplay's opening act at Wembley Stadium. Despite travel challenges in her youth, Mendonça's dedication to music led to this opportunity. The program, established by José Antonio Abreu, aims to provide free music education and empower young musicians like Mendonça to achieve international success. The partnership between Coldplay and the orchestra, led by Gustavo Dudamel, exemplifies the transformative power of music in breaking down boundaries and fostering community.