Symphony Spotlights Satchmo and Sinatra
The Phoenix Symphonys February performances will bring to life some of the favorites in jazz and classic standards with highly regarded guest musicians taking the stage at Symphony Hall.
In Memoriam: David Elgin Dodge
Notes on the passing of David Dodge.
The Phoenix Symphony to Feature Leslie Odom, Jr. on New Years Eve
The Phoenix Symphonys 75th Anniversary season will feature a special performance on New Year’s Eve featuring famed singer and actor Leslie Odom, Jr.
TPS Welcomes Guest Concertmaster Allifranchini
With Phoenix Symphony Concertmaster Steven Moeckel taking a sabbatical for the 2021-22 season, the Phoenix Symphony welcomes Ruggero Allifranchini as Guest Concertmaster for the October 22-24 performances, An Evening with the Romantics. Ruggero Allifranchini is Concertmaster of the Mostly Mozart Festival Orchestra in New York and was most recently a co-Concertmaster of the Saint Paul […]
Phoenix Symphony receives donation from Cox Charities
Phoenix Symphony has received a $10,000 donation from Cox Charities
Piper Charitable Trust makesTransformational Gift to Symphony
Trustees of Virginia G. Piper Charitable Trust Monday awarded a total of $123 million in surprise grants to 71 Arizona nonprofits.
The Phoenix Symphony Announces Its 75th Anniversary Season
Robust Mixture of Classics, Pops, Special Features Marks
Celebration of Phoenix Symphony History, Present and Future
The Phoenix Symphony Welcomes New Chief Development Officer Kate Francis
The Phoenix Symphony has named veteran arts administrator Kate Francis to join the organization’s senior leadership team as Chief Development Officer. Francis will work closely with The Phoenix Symphony President and CEO Suzanne Wilson and the Board of Directions to provide strategic direction and leadership for all fundraising initiatives including the annual fund; major, corporate […]
Phoenix symphony, opera and chorale are keeping the music alive during COVID. Here’s how
Corrections & Clarifications: A previous version of this article misstated how the Phoenix Symphony used funding from the Paycheck Protection Program. While many people are isolating themselves to help prevent the spread of the new coronavirus, performing arts groups throughout metro Phoenix have had to leave concerts unperformed, sheets of music unsung and instruments unplayed. As choirs, symphonies […]
An important update about our 2019/20 Season and The Phoenix Symphony
Dear Friends of The Phoenix Symphony: In my early months here leading this treasured institution, I have been overwhelmed by the warm welcome from The Phoenix Symphony community. From audience members and our musicians to staff and our patrons, each and every person has gone above and beyond to make me instantly feel a part […]
Arizona PBS delivers The Phoenix Symphony broadcasts to homes across the state
The Phoenix Symphony, in partnership with Central Sound at Arizona PBS, is announcing its 2020 broadcast series will air starting Monday, March 23. In these times of uncertainty, music can serve as a comfort, even while live performances are unavailable. These broadcasts bring the expertise of The Phoenix Symphony’s world-class musicians to listeners across Arizona.
Art in the 48
Arizona PBS chats with Resident Conductor Matthew Kapser about becoming conductor and how that differs from his role as a performer.
Additional Cancellations Impacting Your Tickets
After closely monitoring the escalation of the COVID-19 Pandemic, The Phoenix Symphony is canceling performances to further mitigate risk to our patrons, musicians, staff and community.
Statement from The Phoenix Symphony on Additional Cancelations of Upcoming Performances
After closely monitoring the escalation of the COVID 19- Pandemic, The Phoenix Symphony is canceling all of our performances through April 4.
New Season Celebrates Musicians, Ignites the Repertoire for The Phoenix Symphony
With a lineup that will showcase the talents of its musicians in residence and treat guests to a beautiful range of classic, pops and contemporary works, The Phoenix Symphony today announced its 2020/21 Season.
New Gift from Thunderbirds Charities Allows The Phoenix Symphony to Expand Successful Educational Outreach Program
The Phoenix Symphony is proud to announce a recent $15,000 grant initiative from Thunderbirds Charities – the hosts of the Waste Management Phoenix Open – towards their Mind Over Music™ program. This generous gift from Thunderbirds Charities exemplifies their mission to assist children and families and improve the quality of life in the State of Arizona. The funds from this gift will enable The Phoenix Symphony to reach additional students and schools by bringing music concepts to classrooms paired alongside Science, Technology, Engineering and Math.
All about our musicians: Alexander Laing
Read this special feature about our Principal Clarinet Alexander Laing!
Savor the Symphony Celebrates Music and Food; Raises Funds and Awareness for Health and Wellness Programs
The Phoenix Symphony hosted its 8th Annual Savor the Symphony Luncheon on February 7 at Symphony Hall Chaired this year by Mac Perlich, CEO of ON Media.
Music as medicine: Members of Phoenix Symphony perform for Alzheimer’s and dementia patients
We often hear about the healing powers of music, and the Phoenix Symphony is using their artistic ability to do just that.
Phoenix Symphony taps new female CEO
The Phoenix Symphony has selected a new president and CEO to replace Jim Ward, who is retiring after leading the organization since 2011.
