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PHOENIX (April 23, 2024) — The Phoenix Symphony is celebrating Virginia G. Piper Music Director Tito Muñoz with a series of events, called Tito’s 10th: A Grand Finale, as the internationally acclaimed conductor concludes his final season as the Symphony’s conductor.
After 10 years as the artistic leader of the Phoenix Symphony, Muñoz’s tenure is one of the longest in the organization’s history.
“The Phoenix Symphony is thrilled to celebrate Tito Muñoz’s leadership and important contributions during his tenure as Music Director,” said Peter Kjome, President and CEO. “Tito has helped to advance the orchestra’s artistic excellence while also continuing to foster our community engagement and education programs that enrich the lives of thousands of people in Phoenix and Arizona each year.”
Praised for his versatility, technical clarity, and keen musical insight, Muñoz is recognized as one of the most gifted conductors on the podium today. As a proponent of new music, Muñoz founded The Phoenix Symphony’s REVERB festival, which celebrates newly composed music through some of contemporary classical music’s most respected living composers and performers.
Under the leadership of Muñoz, the Phoenix Symphony has expanded its relationship with leading institutions such as Arizona State University. Muñoz has enjoyed a regular partnership with ASU where he has held a faculty position and is a frequent guest teacher and conductor. It is anticipated that the Symphony’s emphasis on collaboration, including its work with ASU, will continue as part of ongoing efforts to foster innovation and growth.
Tito’s 10th: A Grand Finale Celebration of Events:
- April 26 – 28, Symphony Hall – At the Mozart & Shostakovich: The Power of 10 concerts, Tito will be conducting.
- May 7, 11 a.m., Symphony Hall – The Symphony will hold an open rehearsal and luncheon in honor of Muñoz during Savor the Symphony. Purchase Tickets atorg/STS.
- May 10 – 12, Symphony Hall – At the Mahler’s Symphony No. 2, “Resurrection” concerts, Tito will be conducting.
VISIT: phoenixsymphony.org/celebrating-tito/
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About The Phoenix Symphony
The Phoenix Symphony is Arizona’s largest performing arts organization and one of the state’s most important cultural assets. In addition to performing traditional and modern repertoire in the fall and spring in Symphony Hall and around the Valley, its world-class musicians are actively engaged in the community thanks to generous foundation, corporation, and individual support. The Symphony is strengthened by collaborating with renowned guest conductors and artists. The core mission of The Phoenix Symphony is to provide the joy of live music as a catalyst for discovery, knowledge, compassion, and connection. Annually, orchestra members empower more than 120,000 students through education and partnerships and create opportunities for deeper connection for tens of thousands of adults experiencing homelessness, in Alzheimer’s care facilities, in hospitals and in hospice. To learn more, please visit phoenixsymphony.org
