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Virginia G. Piper Music Directors

Tito Muñoz: 2014 – 2024
Michael Christie: 2005 – 2013
Hermann Michael: 1997 – 2004
James Sedares: 1989 – 1995
Theo Alcantara: 1978 – 1988
Eduardo Mata: 1972 – 1978
Philip Spurgeon: 1969 – 1971
Guy Taylor: 1959 – 1968
Leslie Hodge: 1952 – 1958
Robert Lawrence: 1949 – 1951
John Barnett: 1947 – 1948

The Phoenix Symphony in Transition and Transformation

This 2025/26 season marks an exciting moment in the Phoenix Symphony’s evolution as we conduct an international search for our next Virginia G. Piper Music Director. The strong interest from acclaimed conductors reflects both the talent of our orchestra and the vitality of Arizona’s arts community. The next music director will inherit a rich legacy and help shape the Symphony’s bold future.

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