Welcome to The Phoenix Symphony - Special Events 2006

"Music produces a kind of pleasure which
human nature cannot do without."

The Phoenix Symphony is pleased to host a number of special events throughout the year. These activities frequently introduce new people to the Symphony family, as well as support the Symphony financially. We hope you will discover something that piques your interest, and that you will join us at one of this year's special events.

Special Events Calendar

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The Phoenix Symphony
Phantom of the Opera

Ball Chair
Alexis Glascock

Honorary Chair
Bob Ulrich, Chairman
Target Corporation

The Phoenix Symphony's magnificent New Year's Eve Gala is one of the Valley's premier social events. Revel in an evening filled with dancing, dining, unique entertainment and fabulous auction items. Held in the Grand Ballroom of The Westin Kierland Resort and Spa in Scottsdale, Arizona, the Phantom of the Opera themed event will feature vocalists Dennis Roland, "The World's Longest Running 'Phantom'" Franc D'Ambrosio and the winner of the Call for Christine competition.

Enjoy the beautiful music of the acclaimed Phoenix Symphony, as we recognize special honorees and celebrate the beginning of the New Year.

The proceeds from the Gala help support the Symphony's Education and Artistic Programs which are dedicated to providing music education and learning opportunities for music lovers of all ages and backgrounds.

Tickets will be $600 per person. Should you wish to attend and extend this incredible experience with lodging, golf, spa services and a New Year's Day brunch, contact Marsha Berland at 602-452-0424.

Other Special Events

February 28, 2009	2:00 - 6:00 p.m. - Target Music in the Park at Steele Indian School Park. The fifth annual Target Music in the Park is designed for an afternoon of FREE music and fun for the entire family to enjoy. The event showcases a variety of music and entertainment, face painting, clowns and special crafts for the children. The crowd favorite canine crooning competition will be returning with past winners and hopefuls! The afternoon will conclude with music with The Phoenix Symphony.
October 4, 2008	6:30 - 7:45 p.m. - Physicians for The Phoenix Symphony. Physicians are hosting members and prospective members at a pre concert reception held in the Green Room at Symphony Hall.
October 10, 2008	Meet the Artists luncheon in the Green Room at Symphony Hall! This week: Fabio Bidini, piano. Lunch follows immediately after the Coffee Classic concert. Lunch tickets are $25.00 per person. Contact the Box Office at 602-495-1999 for tickets. Seating is limited.
October 13, 2008	7:00 to 8:00 p.m. - Borders Musician CloseUp. Guest: Gal Faganel, Associate Principal Cello. Borders, Books & Music. 2402 E. Camelback Road in the Biltmore Fashion Park. This is a FREE event.
October 25, 2008	6:00 - 7:45 p.m. - Young Friends for The Phoenix Symphony. Following the Sha Na Na concert, location TBD. Contact Karen Bea at KEBTurtle@aol.com.
October 27, 2008	10:00 - 11:30 a.m. - Musician CloseUp. Guest: Gal Faganel, Associate Principal Cello. Mountain View Presbyterian Church. 8050 E. Mountain View Road (South of Shea on Hayden), Scottsdale. This is a FREE event.
November 1, 2008	5:00 to 8:00 p.m. - Physicians for The Phoenix Symphony. Caig Pagano recital at private home. Contact Marsha Berland at 602-452-0424 for information.
November 7, 2008	Meet the Artists luncheon in the Green Room at Symphony Hall! This week: TBD. Lunch follows immediately after the Coffee Classic concert. Lunch tickets are $25.00 per person. Contact the Box Office at 602-495-1999 for tickets. Seating is limited.
November 10, 2008	7:00 to 8:00 p.m. - Borders Musician CloseUp. Guest: Viviana Cumplido, Principal Flute. Borders, Books & Music - 2402 E. Camelback Rd., Biltmore Fashion Park. This is a FREE event.
November 12, 2008	10:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. Allegro Fundraiser: Fashion Show and Cards & Games. Gainey Golf Club. Contact Dorothy Griffiths at 480-874-0815.
November 14, 2008	Meet the Artists luncheon in the Green Room at Symphony Hall. This week: TBD. Lunch follows immediately after the Coffee Classic concert. Lunch tickets are $25.00 per person. Contact the Box Office at 602-495-1999 for tickets. Seating is limited.
November 15, 2008	6:00 - 7:45 p.m. - Young Friends for The Phoenix Symphony. Annual Quartet Event and Mixer. Location TBD. Contact Karen Bea at KEBTurtle@aol.com
November 24, 2008	10:00 - 11:30 a.m. - Musician CloseUp. Guest: Viviana Cumplido, Principal Flute. Mountain View Presbyterian Church. 8050 E. Mountain View Rd., (South of Shea on Hayden), Scottsdale. This is a FREE event.
December 31, 2008	7:30 p.m. to 1:00 a.m. - Symphony Ball "Phantom of the Opera" Welcome in the New Year with Franc D'Ambrosio, Dennis Rowland, and The Phoenix Symphony. Tickets are $600 per person. Contact Marsha Berland at 602-452-0424 for additional information.
January 3, 2009	6:00 - 7:45 p.m. - Young Friends for The Phoenix Symphony. Mixer location TBD. Concert is Bugs Bunny on Broadway. Contact Karen Bea at KEBTurtle@aol.com.
January 9, 2009	Meet the Artists luncheon in the Green Room at Symphony Hall. This week: Colin Currie, percussion. Lunch follows immediately after the Coffee Classic concert. Lunch tickets are $25.00 per person. Contact the Box Office at 602-495-1999 for tickets. Limited Seating.
January 12, 2009	7:00 to 8:00 p.m. - Border Musician CloseUp. This week: Alexander Laing, principal clarinet and Larry Loeber, piano. Borders, Books & Music. 2402 E. Camelback Rd., Biltmore Fashion Park. This is a FREE event.
January 26, 2009	10:00 - 11:30 a.m. - Mountain View Presbyterian Church. Guests: Alexander Laing, Principal Clarinet and Larry Loeber, Piano. 8050 E. Mountain View Road (South of Shea on Hayden), Scottsdale. This is a FREE event.
February 6, 2009	Meet the Artists luncheon in the Green Room at Symphony Hall. This week: TBD Lunch follows immediately after the Coffee Classic concert. Lunch tickets are $25.00 per person. Contact the Box Office at 602-495-1999 for tickets. Seating is limited.
February 9, 2009	7:00 to 8:00 p.m. Borders, Books & Music. This week: Jing Zeng, Violin and Larry Loeber, Piano. 2402 E. Camelback Rd, Biltmore Fashion Park. This is a FREE event.
February 20, 2009	Meet the Artists luncheon in the Green Room at Symphony Hall. Guest: Guest: Michael Christie, the Virginia G. Piper Music Director. Lunch follows immediately after the Coffee Classic concert. Lunch tickets are $25.00 per person. Contact the Box Office at 602-495-1999 for tickets. Seating is limited.
February 23, 2009	10:00 - 11:30 a.m. - Musician CloseUp. Guests: Jing Zeng, Violin and Larry Loeber, Piano. Mountain View Presbyterian Church. 8050 E. Mountain View Rd., (South of Shea on Hayden), Scottsdale. This is a FREE event.
March 9, 2009	7:00 to 8:00 p.m. - Borders Musician CloseUp. This week: Dian D'Avanzo, Assistant Concertmaster and Michael D'Avanzo, Cello. Borders, Books & Music. 2402 E. Camelback Rd., Biltmore Fashion Park. This is a FREE event.
March 13, 2009	Meet the Artists luncheon in the Green Room at Symphony Hall. Guest Artist TBD. Lunch follows immediately after the Coffee Classic concert. Lunch tickets are $25.00 per person. Contact the Box Office at 602-495-1999 for tickets. Seating is limited.
March 23, 2009	10:00 - 11:30 a.m. - Musician CloseUp. This week: Dian D'Avanzo, Assistant Concertmaster and Michael D'Avanzo, Cello. Mountain View Presbyterian Church. 8050 E. Mountain View Rd., (South of Shea on Hayden), Scottsdale. This is a FREE event.
April 3, 2009	Meet the Artists luncheon in the Green Room at Symphony Hall. Guests: "Time for Three," Zach DePue, Nick Kendall and Ranaan Meyer. Lunch follows immediately after the Coffee Classic concert. Lunch tickets are $25.00 per person. Contact the Box Office at 602-495-1999 for tickets. Seating is limited.
April 13, 2009	7:00 to 8:00 p.m. - Borders Musician CloseUp. This week: Peter Anderegg, Cello. Borders, Books & Music. 2402 E. Camelback Rd., Biltmore Fashion Park. This is a FREE event.
April 18, 2009	6:00 - 7:45 p.m. - Young Friends for The Phoenix Symphony. Mixer, location TBD. Concert Pops Goes Vegas. Contact Karen Bea at KEBTurtle@aol.com.
April 19, 2009	5:00 - 9:00 p.m. - Physicians for The Phoenix Symphony. Salon Concert at a private home. Contact Marsha Berland at 602-452-0424 for more information.
April 27, 2009	10:00 - 11:30 a.m. Mountain View Presbyterian Church. This week: Peter Anderegg, Cello. 8050 E. Mountain View Rd., (South of Shea on Hayden), Scottsdale. This is a FREE event.
June 6, 2009	6:00 - 7:45 p.m. - Young Friends for The Phoenix Symphony. Mixer, location TBD. Bond and Beyond. Contact Karen Bea at KEBTurtle@aol.com.