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Pre-concert Talk Explores the Rich Musical Tapestry of Linda Ronstadt and Her Arizona Heritage
PHOENIX (April 23, 2025) – The Phoenix Symphony is celebrating Rock & Roll Hall of Famer and Tucson native Linda Ronstadt with Ann Hampton Callaway: The Linda Ronstadt Songbook, May 9 – May 11, at Phoenix Symphony Hall.
Tony-award nominee Ann Hampton Callaway brings a joyous night of songs and stories to the stage in celebration of one of Arizona’s most beloved artists.
This concert features Ronstadt’s iconic songs from her early days like “Different Drum” and “Long Long Time” to pop and folk rock hits like “You’re No Good” and “Desperado” to unforgettable classics like “What’s New” and “Am I Blue.”
“The Phoenix Symphony is thrilled to honor Rock & Roll Hall of Famer, music legend and Arizona native Linda Ronstadt,” said Phoenix Symphony CEO Peter Kjome. “Celebrating Linda Ronstadt’s heartfelt voice, diverse range of music and her place in music history creates a beautiful night to enjoy with family and friends.”
Join the Phoenix Symphony for PRELUDES in the lobby 45 minutes before the show for a pre-concert talk with James E. Garcia. He will explore the rich musical tapestry of Linda Ronstadt and her Arizona heritage through the decades of her influential career. James E. Garcia is a Phoenix-based journalist, playwright and communications and policy consultant. As a journalist, James has worked as a reporter, columnist, editor, foreign correspondent and now host of this program. He was the first Latino Affairs correspondent for KJZZ, 91.5 FM, and the first Latino editor of a major progressive news weekly in the U.S., The San Antonio Current. James is also the producing artistic director of New Carpa Theater Co. and author of more than 30 plays.
The concerts are 7:30 p.m. May 9, 7:30 p.m. May 10, and 2 p.m. May 11 at Symphony Hall.
For more information or to buy tickets, phoenixsymphony.org.
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About The Phoenix Symphony
The Phoenix Symphony is one of Arizona’s largest performing arts organizations and is a vital cultural asset for the state. In addition to showcasing traditional and contemporary works at Symphony Hall and across the Valley, the Symphony’s world-class musicians actively engage with the community, supported by generous contributions from foundations, corporations, and individuals. The Symphony thrives through collaborations with acclaimed guest conductors and artists. Its core mission is to provide extraordinary musical experiences that inspire and uplift our community, enriching the lives of people of all ages and backgrounds. Each year, the orchestra reaches over 100,000 students through educational initiatives and partnerships and creates meaningful connections for tens of thousands of adults, including those experiencing homelessness, living in Alzheimer’s care facilities, and receiving treatment in hospitals and hospice care. In 2023 alone, Phoenix Symphony musicians traveled over 14,000 miles throughout Arizona, volunteering in Community Engagement and Education efforts. To learn more, please visit phoenixsymphony.org.
