Take a musical journey through Hawaii and explore the rich culture of the island state. All activities happen on Saturday and Sunday unless noted otherwise. Craft: ‘Ulī‘ulī 9:00 a.m.–4:00 p.m. Make your own ‘ulī‘ulī rattle used in Hawaiian hula dancing. Shake, rattle, and strike the instrument against your body as you create your very own […]
Enter the whimsical world of Dr. Seuss, where his genius leaps from the page into a visually spectacular reality. Set in the fanciful Jungle of Nool, you'll embark on a musical adventure alongside the steadfast Horton the Elephant and an eccentric ensemble plucked from the iconic author and illustrator's beloved tales. Let the infectious “Oh, […]
The Lion in Winter presents a comedic yet deeply dramatic portrayal of the power struggles within the Plantagenet family, vying for control of a kingdom. Queen Eleanor of Aquitaine, imprisoned for her defiance against King Henry II, emerges as a formidable force as she navigates the complex dynamics among her husband and their three ambitious […]
Antonio Vivaldi’s Gloria is a perennial favorite of audiences and, second only to his Four Seasons, is his best-known work. The liturgical Gloria text was first inspired by the angels’ joyful melody at Christ’s birth. True Concord brings this masterpiece to life with a lively and historically-informed interpretation. George Frideric Handel may be best known for his Messiah, a monument […]
In 1994 in his hometown of Portland, Oregon, Thomas Lauderdale was working in local politics, attending every political fundraiser under the sun… but was dismayed to find the music at these events underwhelming and lackluster. Drawing inspiration from music from all over the world – crossing genres of classical, jazz and old-fashioned pop – and […]
A joyful, head-bobbing set of masterful jazz. —NPR Detroit-raised bassist and composer Endea Owens is one of jazz’s most vibrant emerging artists. She has been mentored by jazz icons such as Marcus Belgrave, Rodney Whitaker, and Ron Carter, and she has toured and performed with Wynton Marsalis, Diana Ross, Solange, and Jazzmeia Horn, to name […]
A living encyclopedia of the best popular music that the West has ever produced. —James Taylor World-renowned guitarist and singer John Pizzarelli has dedicated many of his albums to the great songwriters and performers who helped establish the Great American Songbook and the pop music canon. On his latest album, Stage and Screen, Pizzarelli and […]
A living encyclopedia of the best popular music that the West has ever produced. —James Taylor World-renowned guitarist and singer John Pizzarelli has dedicated many of his albums to the great songwriters and performers who helped establish the Great American Songbook and the pop music canon. On his latest album, Stage and Screen, Pizzarelli and […]
Every year incredible jazz musicians perform on the Fox stage, especially as part of the Tucson Jazz Festival. It’s hard to overstate the massive impact that this truly American art form has has had on the world, yet it can also be challenging to “find a way into it.” In response, this Curious Conversation will […]
Vivaldi’s Autumn concerto depicts a merry harvest dance and the sleepy countryside. Piazzolla’s Otoño sets a melancholy mood of fall. Michael Schacter’s Five–Six–Seven–Eight takes its title from the count-in familiar to musicians on a bandstand or dancers in rehearsal. Each of the four miniatures is inspired by folk and classical dance styles from around the world.
Step away from your desk and experience world-class singing with our Opera For Lunch Recital Series! Join us for our free, 30-minute lunchtime recitals each month at the Arizona Opera Center. You are welcome to bring your lunch! Registration is encouraged. Don't feel like packing your own lunch? Not a problem! Feel free to reserve […]
Featuring Gerald Clayton and Anthony Wilson $64.50–$85.50 Follow the career of Charles Lloyd, and you see a map of great jazz across half a century. —New York Times Charles Lloyd has long been a free spirit, master musician, and visionary. For more than six decades, the legendary saxophonist and composer has loomed large over the […]
