Events

The TSO string quartet and wind quintet come together to feature music of Dvo_‡k, Barber, and Valerie Coleman.

For the finale of our 2026 Festival Orchestra Week, Maestro Moody welcomes British pianist George Harliono to perform Tchaikovsky’s Piano Concerto No. 2. One of the most exciting young pianists on the international scene, Harliono was the Silver Medalist at the 2023 International Tchaikovsky Competition. He now regularly performs recitals and concerto performances around the […]

America loved the swinging sounds of female close-harmony groups even before The Andrews Sisters hit the airwaves. Audiences will hear those great vintage songs with fresh ears when this trio takes the stage! These New York City-based vocalists have performed across the USA at iconic spaces honoring our veterans (the Intrepid Air and Space Museum, […]

This performance will be announced in November 2025.

Step into the elegant world of the Classical era with a concert that showcases the genius of Mozart, Haydn and a young Beethoven. Delight in the clarity and grace of both their early musical triumphs and more mature masterpieces. Follow the development of the Classical era through a chronological journey through the age.

Experience the synergy that is created when Latin Grammy-winning mariachi vocalist Mireya Ramos teams up with Kansas City, MO country and western band, The Poor Choices. Together, they weave their own rich tapestry of influences, combining the elements of their specialties to dazzling effect. The groundbreaking collaboration celebrates the rich musical traditions found along the […]

Recharge your flux capacitor…and get ready to celebrate this unforgettable movie classic! Join Marty McFly (Michael J. Fox), Doc Brown (Christopher Lloyd) and a time traveling DeLorean for the adventure of a lifetime as they travel to the past, present and future! Now old and new will experience the thrill of Back to the Future™ […]

Polovtsian Dances ~ Alexander BorodinScheherazade ~ Nikolai Rimsky-Korsakov Waltz No. 2 ~ Dmitri Shostakovich March Slav ~ Pyotr Ilyich Tchaikovsky Galop from Masquarade ~ Aram Khachaturian

A true citizen of sound, Paquito D’Rivera’s magnetic stage presence and dazzling command of both the clarinet and saxophone takes you on a global musical journey full of rhythmic complexity and lyrical beauty. His concerts blend Latin jazz, classical music, and Afro-Cuban rhythms with dazzling technical skill and spontaneous improvisation, reflecting his boundless musical curiosity […]

TSO principal flute Alexander Lipay solos on Ibert’s flute concerto on a concert of impressionistic journeys from France to Latin America. Debussy’s charming Suite bergamasque is most well-known for its popular third movement, “Clair de lune,” while Jacques Ibert’s effervescent concerto is a supremely demanding showpiece of the flute concerto repertoire, coaxing brilliant sounds and […]

Polovtsian Dances ~ Alexander BorodinScheherazade ~ Nikolai Rimsky-Korsakov Waltz No. 2 ~ Dmitri Shostakovich March Slav ~ Pyotr Ilyich Tchaikovsky Galop from Masquarade ~ Aram Khachaturian

Enjoy a night of early American folk, gospel, and western swing music. Audience members will tap their toes to classic tunes like “This Land is Your Land” (Woody Guthrie), “This Train” (Sister Rosetta Tharpe), “Just Like a Woman” (Bob Dylan). Featured artist Cristina Vane, a singer-songwriter, slide guitar, and clawhammer banjo player, is a product […]

Broadway never sounds better than when it swings. With the greatest contemporary jazz musicians, Michael Feinstein swings the songbook into the 21st Century. Featuring music from quintessential shows such as Cabaret, Hello Dolly, and Fiddler on the Roof to Into the Woods, and Chicago, Big Band Broadway delivers modern and classic showtunes with the timeless […]

Phoenix-born violinist Richard Lin returns to perform Tchaikovsky’s beloved Violin Concerto. Symphony Tacoma Music Director Sarah Ioannides conducts a springtime celebration of young love in Selections from Prokofiev’s ballet Romeo & Juliet and the brief, impressionistic D’un matin de printemps (Of a Spring Morning) by Lili Boulanger.

Dance, clap, stomp, and sing along with the melodic, string-driven explosion that is a Trampled by Turtles live show. From fiercely folky jams to heart-tugging bluegrass ballads, Trampled by Turtles delivers a dynamic and exhilarating blend of high-energy, virtuosic string playing, with blazing banjos, howling fiddles, and soulful harmonies. This is a high-octane folk-rock fusion, […]

Charlie Chaplin’s Smile featuring acclaimed violinist and Grammy-nominee Philippe Quint is a multimedia show which is not only a celebration of Charlie Chaplin’s musical legacy as a violinist, composer and conductor, but also an exploration of one of the most fascinating life journeys. Combining rare vintage images and video footage from classic Chaplin films with […]

Moby Dick, based on the Herman Melville masterpiece of the same name and adapted by Mark Rosenwinkel, tells a tale of whaling and revenge, but explores deeper messages of obsession, destiny and man’s relationship to nature. Narrated by the sailor Ishmael, he tells the story of his time upon a ship named Pequod, captained by […]

For over 20 years, Il Divo has embodied the power of music, brotherhood, and artistic evolution. With over 30 million albums sold, 50 #1 hits, and 160 Gold and Platinum certifications across 35 countries, their impact is undeniable. Since their debut in 2004, the iconic quartet has redefined classical crossover, captivating audiences worldwide with their […]

Moby Dick, based on the Herman Melville masterpiece of the same name and adapted by Mark Rosenwinkel, tells a tale of whaling and revenge, but explores deeper messages of obsession, destiny and man’s relationship to nature. Narrated by the sailor Ishmael, he tells the story of his time upon a ship named Pequod, captained by […]

Get ready to rock out with Michael Cavanaugh, as he performs the timeless hits of Elton John, such as “Tiny Dancer,” “Rocket Man,” “Bennie and the Jets,” “Candle in the Wind,” and many more! This electrifying show features Cavanaugh’s powerhouse vocals and incredible piano skills, accompanied by your Phoenix Symphony.

Three American Troubadours celebrates the lives and careers of three iconic American singer-songwriters: James Taylor, Carly Simon, and Carole King, whose personal lives and careers have intertwined over the years. Their songs have become the soundtrack of a generation, continuing to offer ageless inspiration. Three American Troubadours honors these musical legends with authentic arrangements, fan […]

An intimate a cappella encounter with the sacred roots of choral music. Where sacred tradition meets emotional truth, Phoenix Chorale unites with guest artists Floriani for intimate and thoughtfully curated performances at Trinity Cathedral. Encounter transcendence through the ancient traditions of vocal performance. Floriani is a Phoenix-based male vocal ensemble of 4 voices, dedicated to […]

Violinist Tessa Lark and conductor Shiyeon Sung make welcome returns for a program of Lili Boulanger, Barber’s Violin Concerto, and music from Bizet’s classic opera Carmen. A traditionalist in the era of atonality, Barber’s concerto contrasts lyricism with folk-like melodies and an incredibly breakneck finale. An American classic, it remains one of the most performed […]

An intimate a cappella encounter with the sacred roots of choral music. Where sacred tradition meets emotional truth, Phoenix Chorale unites with guest artists Floriani for intimate and thoughtfully curated performances at Trinity Cathedral. Encounter transcendence through the ancient traditions of vocal performance. Floriani is a Phoenix-based male vocal ensemble of 4 voices, dedicated to […]

Scottsdale Symphonic Orchestra’s six-part journey through the United States of America’s 250 years of spirit, struggle, and triumph continues with the fifth installment, The Wayfarer’s Hope: A Nation’s Journey, a poignant orchestral program tracing the emotional and physical journeys that shape both the United States of America and its people. Opening with a newly commissioned […]

Join Parisian vocalist Elizabeth Bougerol and New York pianist-bandleader Evan Palazzo on a joyous trip through France’s love affair with (and enduring influence on) jazz! After a decade of “simply phenomenal” (The Times UK) shows from Montreal to Newport with 70 million Spotify streams, a sold-out 2024 Carnegie Hall debut and a fifth weeklong residency […]

Experience Music of Joy and Peace with the uplifting and sublime works of Bach, Mendelssohn, Schumann, Chopin, and Gershwin. Keyboard Conversations® are brilliantly polished concerts with commentary, combining captivating details about legendary composers and their compositions with dynamic performances of piano masterpieces. Each concert concludes with a lively Q&A. New listeners discover an informal, entertaining, […]

The Electric Light Orchestra Experience is a multimedia concert celebration of the music of Jeff Lynne’s ELO. Featuring Evil Woman, a 12-piece band complete with violins, viola, and cello coexisting with electric guitars, this production brings together Classic Rock and Pop—just as Jeff Lynne intended. The show includes unique video content for each song, showcasing […]

Our very own Phoenix Symphony Chorus takes center stage in this chorus-only concert. Hailed as a “gem of Phoenix’s cultural scene,” the Chorus has impressed audiences in performances throughout Arizona, Carnegie Hall in New York City, and as far away as Vienna.

Pink Martini returns to Wickenburg for a “rollicking around-the-world musical adventure” that will get you dancing in the aisles. With over 30 years of songwriting and touring experience, pianist Thomas Lauderdale and the band of over a dozen musicians, know how to entertain a crowd. Popular songs include “Sympathique,” “Donde Estas, Yolanda?” and “Amado Mio,” […]

In merry ol’ England, the townspeople are overtaxed and overwhelmed. Luckily, the mysterious outlaw, Robin Hood, is giving them hope by stealing from the rich and giving to the poor. With many clever disguises, Robin continually tricks the greedy sheriff of Nottingham, his nasty daughter, Luciana, and the evil Prince John. Among the disguises is […]

Sixteen-time Grammy Award–winning musician, composer, and producer David Foster joins forces with acclaimed singer and television/Broadway star Katharine McPhee for a special return to Musicfest. This intimate show with the powerhouse duo, joined by classical crossover artist Daniel Emmet (America’s Got Talent), will be packed with Foster’s hits, featuring music from artists including Chicago, Whitney […]

Dolly Parton’s Threads: My Songs in Symphony features Dolly’s songs and the stories behind them in an innovative multimedia symphonic experience featuring Dolly on screen, leading audiences in a visual-musical journey of her songs, her life and her stories. Accompanied by the Phoenix Symphony and guest vocalists, Threads: My Songs in Symphony, features new orchestrations […]

Experience an afternoon immersed in the melody, harmony and rhythm of Pima’s diverse music ensembles. From the harmonious voices of Chorale & College Singers to the dynamic performances of our Concert Band, Symphonic Orchestra, Jazz Ensemble, Guitar Ensemble, Mariachi and String Ensemble, performances will offer an array of creative and skillful performances to revel in. […]