City Sun Times: Phoenix Symphony Presents Savor the Symphony: Disco Divas
January 9, 2026 The Phoenix Symphony’s annual community event, Savor the Symphony, will return with a new theme, Disco Divas, at 10:30 a.m. on Feb. 19 at Symphony Hall. This signature fundraiser offers guests the opportunity to observe a Phoenix Symphony working rehearsal and enjoy a specially curated luncheon by a celebrated local chef. One […]
Fox 10 Talks: Phoenix Symphony Upcoming Shows with President & CEO Peter Kjome
January 7, 2026 Click Here to Watch Video
12 News: What you can expect at the Phoenix Symphony New Year’s Eve Concert
December 30, 2025 This year’s New Year’s Eve concert will feature the music of Aretha Franklin, Donna Summer, Steely Dan, Cher, Tina Turner, ABBA, Chappell Roan & more. Click Here to Watch Video
Arizona’s Family: Electric light parade, holiday theater performances among things to do across Phoenix-area
December 6, 2025 PHOENIX — There’s plenty of holiday-themed activities for the entire family this weekend! Whether you want to sit and enjoy a parade or listen to a stunning performance, there are plenty of events across the Valley to enjoy. Holiday Pops Spectacular with the Phoenix Symphony | Phoenix Celebrate the holiday season with […]
ABC15: Things to do: APS Electric Light Parade, Shane Gillis, Tempe Festival of the Arts, Cardinals & more!
December 2, 2025 By Zack Perry PHOENIX — The weekend is here! Check out these fun events happening around the Valley on December 5-7. Holiday Pops Spectacular When: Friday – Sunday Where: Symphony Hall, Phoenix Cost: Tickets start around $50 Celebrate the season of joy at our annual Holiday Pops Spectacular! This festive performance is sure to lift […]
OperaWire: Phoenix Symphony Announces 2025 Holiday Slate
November 26, 2025 By David Salazar The Phoenix Symphony unveiled its holiday 2025 slate. Here are the vocal performances on offer. Guest conductor Lawrence Loh leads the orchestra and the Phoenix Symphony Chorus for a “Holiday Pops Spectacular.” Performance Dates: Dec. 5 – 7, 2025 Händel’s “Messiah” gets a few performances. Tyson Deaton conducts the ensemble. […]
Phoenix Magazine: 5 Concerts to Check Out This Week (November 24-30)
November 25, 2025 By Madison Rutherford Every week, we present a curated list of live music in a wide range of genres around the Valley. This week features some holiday-themed concerts. November 26 Dead Hot Workshop The Friendsgiving tradition continues. The Mill Avenue legends and Arizona Music and Entertainment Hall of Famers will perform at […]
Daily Independent: All Holiday Concerts Coming to Phoenix Symphony

November 25, 2025 From ‘Home Alone’ this weekend to New Year’s Eve celebration The Phoenix Symphony has a series of shows coming up to celebrate the holiday season. From “Home Alone in Concert” and the beloved “Holiday Pops” to the tradition of Handel’s “Messiah” and “Christmas Baroque,” to ringing in 2026 at the “New Year’s […]
Axios: Phoenix holiday events guide: Lights, shows, bars and ice rinks
November 24, 2025 By Jessica Boehm It’s the most wonderful time of the year — and your social calendar is sure to fill up fast. Zoom in: Check out these metro Phoenix holiday events before the year’s end. 🎭 Performances The Nutcracker: Ballet Arizona performs the Christmas classic to live music from the Phoenix Symphony. Symphony Hall, […]
Arizona Digital Free Press: Phoenix Symphony gala raises more than $550,000 for programs
November 24, 2025 Approximately 440 guests attended the Phoenix Symphony Gala on Saturday, Oct. 11, at Symphony Hall and the Hyatt Regency Phoenix, raising more than $550,000 for the symphony’s artistic and educational initiatives. The event featured a performance by film and television composer Danny Elfman, highlighting music from director Tim Burton’s films. Following a cocktail […]
Frontdoors Media: An Evening of Wonderful Whimsy ‘The Phoenix Symphony Gala’ Danny Elfman’s Music From the Films of Tim Burton
November 13, 2025 The Phoenix Symphony held its annual Gala on October 11, 2025 at Symphony Hall. Guests delighted in the artistry and musicianship of the Phoenix Symphony in an event that allows “music and philanthropy to take center stage.” Co-Chairs: Julie Pace & Rick McCartney Presenting Sponsors: Jeanne L. Herberger & Rose Law Group Funds raised: $550k […]
KBACH: Rick Steves Gives a Musical European Tour with the Phoenix Symphony
The Phoenix Symphony features travel guru Rick Steves November 14-16 in the role of tour guide for Rick Steves’ Europe: A Symphonic Journey. He describes the significance of classical favorites to the audience in the context of their nations’ histories. KBACH’s Michael Keelan talked with Steves. For more information and tickets, visit phoenixsymphony.org/shows/rick-steves-europe The program can […]
In Business PHX: Out of Office for Culture and Conversation
November 2025 By Mike Hunter Back by popular demand, The Phoenix Symphony’s Coffee Classics returns for the 2025/26 Season, offering audiences a Friday morning filled with music, connection and conversation. These intimate, 90-minute performances are designed to bring audiences closer to the heart of the music in a relaxed and welcoming atmosphere. Offering business leaders an […]
Daily Independent: Phoenix Symphony partners with travel icon for ‘Europe’ celebration
November 3, 2025 Rick Steves, seen relaxing near the Switzerland’s Dolomites, is a popular public television host, a best-selling guidebook author, and an activist who encourages Americans to broaden their perspectives through travel. Rick Steves joins the Phoenix Symphony for a musical journey across Europe, blending his historical expertise with 19th-century anthems. As part […]
ABC15: Things to do
October 29, 2025 By Zack Perry PHOENIX — The weekend is here! Check out these fun events happening around the Valley on October 31 – November 2. Día de los Muertos: A Symphonic Celebration of Life and Memory When: November 1-2 Where: The Phoenix Symphony Cost: Tickets start around $31 This Día de los Muertos, experience an […]
Phoenix New Times: Phoenix Symphony is full of surprises this season
October 29, 2025 By Geri Koeppel The Phoenix Symphony’s 2025-26 season is underway, and it already brought the house down on Oct. 13 with Danny Elfman’s Music from the Films of Tim Burton. The symphony, and composer Elfman himself singing a few numbers, played to an enthusiastic and colorful crowd that could’ve detoured from a fancon, attired in […]
Opera Wire: The Phoenix Symphony Receives Major Gift from Oliver & Sharon Harper
October 27, 2025 By David Salazar The Phoenix Symphony has received a $1 million investment from Dr. Oliver and Sharon Harper. The gift establishes the Oliver & Sharon Harper Family Legacy for Music Excellence and aims to sustain the Symphony’s mission and strengthen its role as a leading cultural institution in Phoenix and across […]
Pinal Central: Cottonwood Elementary enjoys visit from Phoenix Symphony Orchestra
October 25, 2025 By Jodie Newell CASA GRANDE — Students of Cottonwood Elementary School were entertained by members of the Phoenix Symphony Orchestra when they paid a visit to the school on Oct. 22. Principal percussionist Shaun Tilburg and assistant principal Matt Pendergast performed a number of pieces that engaged first through fifth grade students. […]
Daily Independent: Valley couple donates $1M to Phoenix Symphony
October 22, 2025 Gift will sustain longtime nonprofit’s mission of music, education The Phoenix Symphony announced a $1 million investment from Oliver and Sharon Harper. The Harpers have called Phoenix home since 1970 and have long been among the Symphony’s most dedicated champions, a press release notes. Ollie is a family physician with a subspecialty […]
ABC15: Things to do: Bert Kreischer, Texas Tech vs. ASU, Packers vs. Cardinals, Phoenix Pride & more!
October 16, 2025 By Zack Perry PHOENIX — The weekend is here! Check out these fun events happening around the Valley on October 17-19. Mozart & Mahler When: Friday – Sunday Where: Phoenix Symphony Cost: Tickets start around $50 Associate Conductor Alex Amsel leads this program with two pieces inspired by faith. Soprano Liv Redpath joins to sing […]





