Conductor Francesco Lecce-Chong leads the program including the Phoenix Symphony debut of Cellist Sterling Elliott in Haydn’s charming Cello Concerto No. 2. Gabriela Ortiz’s Antrópolis which paints Mexico City’s exciting nightlife with vibrant musical brush complements an exciting program that concludes with Maurice Ravel’s masterful orchestration of Mussorgsky’s Pictures at an Exhibition.

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Pictures at an Exhibition

Phoenix Convention Center

Don’t miss this chance to immerse yourself in the opulence and beauty of one of history’s most influential and ornate musical eras. From the grandeur of Bach to the ebullience of Handel let the music captivate your senses.

The Baroque Era: Bach and Beyond

DreamWorks’ How To Train Your Dragon™ is a captivating and original story about a young Viking named Hiccup, who defies tradition when he befriends one of his deadliest foes – a ferocious dragon he calls Toothless. Together, these unlikely heroes must fight against all odds to save both their worlds. Featuring John Powell’s Oscar®-nominated score performed live to picture, How to Train Your Dragon™ in Concert is a thrilling experience for all ages.

How to Train Your Dragon™ in Concert

Set sail on a musical journey where the smooth sounds of the ’70s and ’80s come to life in a unique orchestral experience. Let the elegant strings and brassy sounds sweep you away as this concert blends together the lush harmonies and iconic melodies of yacht rock legends like Hall & Oates, Toto, Christopher Cross, The Doobie Brothers, Jimmy Buffett and Steely Dan.

Summer Breeze: Yacht Rock Classics

Podcast link: https://youtu.be/4hagYvrYbuM

The Artelize Podcast and Kasper Holten - Pedefining Opera for the modern world

Podcast link: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=d36M5Hi6O80

The Artelize Podcast - A legacy of innovation in Opera: Celebrating Marc A. Scorca

Podcast link: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=59E40S_EQSY

The Artelize Podcast: A love letter that was never sent

Podcast link: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=THv6htilWtI

The Artelize Podcast and Adolfo Corrado: Mediterranean flavors, opera and social media

Explore a Sonic Museum, where each movement of Mussorgsky’s Pictures at an Exhibition unveils a unique landscape. This performance invites you to listen as Alex Amsel and the Symphony translate visual art into auditory journeys that reveal hidden stories and unexpected vistas. Experience the energy of “The Gnome,” journey through “The Old Castle,” and delight in the playful “Ballet of the Unhatched Chicks.”

Pictures at an Exhibition: Music at the Museum

Madison Center for the Arts

Immerse yourself in Puccini’s timeless masterpiece, Madama Butterfly, a story of hope, longing, and ultimate sacrifice. With some of the most exquisite arias and tender duets ever composed, this deeply moving opera follows the young geisha Cio Cio San as she dreams of a life of love with Pinkerton, an American naval officer. As the tale unfolds, betrayal and heartbreak cast their shadow, leading to an unforgettable climax. Experience an operatic journey of unmatched beauty and emotional depth that has captivated audiences for generations.

Madama Butterfly

Linda Ronstadt Music Hall

Elgar’s Enigma Variations features the heart-wrenching “Nimrod,” featured in films like Dunkirk. Violinist Liza Ferschtman returns for Sibelius’ challenging Violin Concerto, a grand symphonic masterpiece. Artistic Partner Tito Muñoz returns to lead this program including Dukas’ The Sorcerer’s Apprentice, famously featured in Fantasia, delighting audiences of all ages.

Sibelius Violin Concerto and Enigma Variations

Mélisse Brunet returns to conduct Copland’s iconic Four Dance Episodes from Rodeo, Ives’ Variations on “America” and Bates’ The Rhapsody of Steve Jobs. Stewart Goodyear returns as soloist in Gershwin’s Piano Concerto in F, a 100-year-old work that fuses jazz, ragtime, and classical music into a sensational piece, rounding out this American celebration in music.

Celebrating America at 250: Gershwin, Copland & More

Disco Divas celebrates the reigning Queens of Disco: Donna Summer, Gloria Gayner, Patti LaBelle, Chaka Khan & the one and only Diana Ross along with classic Disco hits from Earth, Wind & Fire, The Bee Gees, Michael Jackson and more. Sing along to your favorite hits like “Bad Girls,” “I’m Coming Out,” “Lady Marmalade,” “Ain’t No Stopping Us Now,” “We Are Family,” “Don’t Leave Me This Way,” “I Will Survive” & “She Works Hard For the Money.”

Disco Divas

Imagine stepping into a forest where the trees hum and the earth pulses with rhythm. That’s where Viet Cuong’s The Wild Woods begins setting the stage for Peter and the Wolf. Coung’s piece is a prologue to Prokofiev’s classic story, set the night before the events of Peter and the Wolf and presents the scene from the grandfather’s perspective. This performance includes both works with contrasting musical themes.

The Wild Woods: Before Peter Met the Wolf

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™ on a big high-def screen with the Phoenix Symphony performing Alan Silvestri’s dazzling musical score live.

Back to the Future™ in Concert

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.

Lin plays Tchaikovsky’s Violin Concerto

Journey through the year with Boulanger’s Of Spring Morning, Dvořák’s Symphony No. 8, and Copland’s Appalachian Spring—music inspired by nature’s rhythms.

Seasons of Sound

North Canyon High School

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.

The Music of Elton John starring Michael Cavanaugh

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 of Dolly’s hit songs woven together into a full-evening multimedia symphonic story-telling experience.

Dolly Parton's Threads: My Songs in Symphony

Arizona Financial Theatre

The Marvel Studios’ Infinity Saga Concert Experience takes you on an epic journey through 23 films, featuring iconic music from Iron Man™, Captain America™, Thor™, and more. Relive key moments with Earth’s mightiest heroes on a giant screen and experience the finale of the Infinity Saga, all accompanied by the Phoenix Symphony live!

Marvel Studios’ Infinity Saga Concert Experience

The passionate sounds of the Romantic era – when music burst with emotion and grandeur. Featuring the Brahms Symphony No. 3 in its original version, this concert is a unique opportunity to feel the heart and soul of one of music’s most captivating periods.

The Romantic Era: Passion and Precision

Musical Instrument Museum

A quintessential cabaret evening featuring the music of legendary crooner Frank Sinatra! Singer, pianist and composer Tony DeSare will transport audiences with his renditions of Sinatra classics like “Come Fly With Me,” “My Way,” “New York, New York” and many more.

Sinatra & Beyond starring Tony DeSare

Step into the magic of Rossini’s Cinderella in this delightful semi-staged production brimming with humor, charm, and enchanting melodies. Angelina—mistreated by her stepfather Don Magnifico and his scheming daughters—dares to dream of a brighter future. With help from Prince Ramiro’s clever valet and a sparkling twist involving a pair of bracelets, Angelina must navigate royal intrigue to capture the prince’s heart. Perfect for audiences of all ages, this vibrant retelling of the beloved fairytale promises laughter, romance, and soaring arias the whole family will adore.

Cinderella

Rachmaninoff’s Rhapsody on a Theme of Paganini, famed for its romantic 18th variation, features pianist Federico Colli. Conductor Case Scaglione leads this program including John Adams’ Short Ride in a Fast Machine, a thrilling orchestral sprint and the powerful and defiant Shostakovich’s Symphony No. 5.

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