ASU News: Building a community through live music
April 1, 2026 Phoenix Symphony musicians meet Vet Tix participants in the Sounds of the Symphony program before a concert. Photo courtesy of the Phoenix Symphony. When veteran Maureen Kilzer returned home from duty, she was having challenges adjusting back to civilian life — until she discovered the symphony through the Veterans Ticket Foundation, or […]
Symphony.org: Phoenix Symphony Partners with University and Veterans Group to Provide Music and Connection for Vets
April 3, 2026 Phoenix Symphony musicians meet Vet Tix participants in the Sounds of the Symphony program before a concert. Photo courtesy of the Phoenix Symphony. In Wednesday’s (4/1) Arizona State University News, an unbylined article states, “When veteran Maureen Kilzer returned home from duty, she was having challenges adjusting back to civilian life—until she discovered […]
Frontdoors Media: Phoenix Symphony’s Annual ‘Savor the Symphony’ Gala Returns with Dazzling Disco Theme
April 2, 2026 Co-Chairs Meghan Cox & Cathy Stein The Phoenix Symphony hosted its annual “Savor the Symphony” gala on February 19 at Phoenix Symphony Hall. The “Disco Divas” themed event brought together disco enthusiasts and patrons of “Symphony For All’ the initiative that endeavors to ensure everyone can be inspired by and experience the […]
Frontdoors Media: 10 Questions With…Steve Hackman
March 25, 2026 Photos by Tom Russo Composer and conductor You’ve brought Biggie, Tupac and Beyoncé to The Phoenix Symphony in the past. Why was Kendrick Lamar the right choice for this season’s finale? Kendrick is a creative genius at the height of his powers, and seems like he’s going to be that for quite […]
The Arts Scene Podcast with Lynette and Ari: Ep. 183 – Christopher Powell discusses The Phoenix Symphony’s new Virginia G. Piper Music Director, Paolo Bartolameolli
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Phoenix Magazine: 5 Concerts to Check Out This Week
March 23, 2026 By Jason Keil Every week, we present a curated list of live music in a wide range of genres around the Valley. This week features performances by two landmark emo bands. Dolly Parton’s Threads: My Songs in Symphony March 28 You may not be a country music fan, but everyone speaks Dolly Parton. […]
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12 News: Field trips fight absenteeism: A powerful tool, not just a day off
March 19, 2026 By Nohelani Graf Arts organizations like Act One are stepping in to cover costs as Arizona schools grapple with chronic absenteeism rates that have doubled since the pandemic. Click Here to Watch Segment
Frontdoors Media: The Phoenix Symphony Names Paolo Bortolameolli as Next Virginia G. Piper Music Director
March 18, 2026 In a defining moment for The Phoenix Symphony, the organization has announced the appointment of internationally acclaimed conductor Paolo Bortolameolli as its next Virginia G. Piper Music Director, marking a major milestone not only for the orchestra, but for the broader cultural and philanthropic landscape of Arizona. Bortolameolli will become the twelfth music […]
Phoenix New Times: Phoenix Symphony brings local youth composers’ works to life
March 18, 2026 By Geri Koeppel Seeing a symphony orchestra perform your work is something most people can only dream of. It’s a reality for these kids. When he interviews and auditions for Northern Arizona University’s Kitt School of Music this month, Logan Phares, 18, of Anthem, can say a leading symphony has already performed […]
Symphony.org: Phoenix Symphony’s Incoming Music Director: Paolo Bortolameolli
March 12, 2026 Paolo Bortolameolli. Photo by Radoslaw Kazmierczak. The Phoenix Symphony has appointed Paolo Bortolameolli as music director. Bortolameolli will serve as music director designate during the 2026–27 season and become music director with the 2027–28 season. Bortolameolli is music director of the Ópera Nacional de Chile and the Filarmónica de Santiago, and artistic […]
The Violin Channel: Classical Music News Phoenix Symphony Names New Music Director
March 11, 2026 The Chilean conductor Paolo Bortolameolli will step into the role from the 2027/28 season. The Phoenix Symphony announced that Paolo Bortolameolli has been appointed as its new Music Director, following a three-year international search. The search was conducted in close collaboration with the orchestra’s players, and the Board unanimously approved the appointment. Bortolameolli will serve as […]
Opera Wire: Paolo Bortolameolli Named Phoenix Symphony’s Next Music Director
March 11, 2026 By David Salazar Paolo Bortolameolli has been named the Phoenix Symphony‘s next Virginia G. Piper Music Director. The announcement was made from the stage of Symphony Hall on March 10, 2026. The conductor, selected following a multi-year international search conducted in partnership with Symphony musicians, will become the organization’s 12th Music Director […]
Phoenix New Times: Phoenix Symphony’s new music director brings a world of experience
March 10, 2026 By Geri Koeppel Paolo Bortolameolli has conducted orchestras across the globe, and now he’s bringing his talent to the Valley. After a three-year search, the Phoenix Symphony has announced its new music director: Paolo Bortolameolli, an acclaimed Chilean-Italian conductor who brings global experience and a passion for his art that stems from childhood. […]
Daily Independent: After 3-year search Phoenix Symphony names new music director
Paolo Bortolameolli will serve as music director designate in 2026–27; become Virginia G. Piper music director in 2027–28. Paolo Bortolameolli has been named The Phoenix Symphony’s 12th music director in the orchestra’s nearly 80-year history. (Photo by Jesús Cornejo, provided by The Phoenix Symphony) The Phoenix Symphony on Tuesday announced the 12th music director […]
12 News: Phoenix Symphony names new music director
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AZ Central: Phoenix Symphony’s new conductor could reshape its future. Here’s how.
March 10, 2026 By Ed Masley The Phoenix Symphony has emerged from an intensive three-year search for the next Virginia G. Piper Music Director with a candidate symphony President and CEO Peter Kjome calls “a conductor of remarkable musical insight and artistic leadership.” Internationally acclaimed Chilean-Italian conductor Paolo Bortolameolli will serve as Music Director Designate during the […]
Phoenix Magazine: Sense and Accessibility: Valley Arts and Culture Orgs Expand Access for Audiences on the Spectrum
March 1, 2026 By Jason Keil Phoenix was declared “the most autism-friendly city in the world” by PBS News Hour a decade ago because of the city’s strong support of the neurodivergent – and prominent advocacy organizations like the Southwest Autism Research and Resource Center. Valley cultural institutions have also stepped up to provide equal access for […]
So Scottsdale Magazine: Savor the Symphony
February, 2026 Click Here to Read Article
ABC15: Things to do: Spring Training, Innings Fest, Diana Ross, Suns, The Beach Boys & More!
February 20, 2026 PHOENIX — The weekend is here! Check out these fun events happening around the Valley on February 20-22. Friday, February 20 Disco Divas When: Friday – Sunday Where: Symphony Hall Cost: Tickets start around $60 Join the Phoenix Symphony for a high-energy celebration of the greatest disco hits of all time, featuring the spectacular […]
