The Phoenix Symphony: A Night of Music and Culture
Looking for a night out that combines live music and culture in the heart of Arizona?
Don’t miss the Phoenix Symphony’s fall 2022 season! This year’s calendar features a variety of classical and pops programs with concerts such as America the Beautiful and Best of Broadway.
Founded in 1947, the Phoenix Symphony is a longstanding fixture of the Phoenix metropolitan area. Many of its concerts are performed in Symphony Hall, which is part of the Phoenix Convention Center. The Phoenix Symphony’s season runs from October to June, and the Symphony is heavily involved in youth-centered programs that help introduce children to classical music. The Symphony also holds concerts across central Arizona.
Phoenix Symphony Hall (Image created by Beyond My Ken)
History of the Phoenix Symphony
Established in 1947, the Phoenix Symphony began as an orchestra composed of amateur musicians that performed quarterly with John Barnett leading as its first music director. In its initial years, the Symphony was joined by faculty from Arizona State University.
The symphony obtained full-time status in 1983, and subsequently recorded for KOCH International Classics. Michael Christie was the music director from 2005 to 2013, and under his guidance, the orchestra recorded for Naxos Records. Christie is now the Music Director Laureate, while Tito Muñoz is the current Music Director of the Symphony.
The Symphony often performs in Symphony Hall, which now contains 2,312 seats after the completion of an $18.5 million renovation project in 2004. This stunning hall features excellent acoustics and complies with the Americans with Disabilities Act, possessing multiple elevators and a new wheelchair seating section. It has also been voted as one of the city’s best landmarks and is one of 33 official Phoenix Points of Pride.
Upcoming Events for the Fall 2022 Season
Opening Night! A Romantic Evening
October 14th, 15th, 16th
Phoenix Symphony Hall
Hocus Pocus in Concert Live to Film
October 28th, 29th, 30th
Phoenix Symphony Hall
Music of the Americas
November 4th, 5th, 6th
Phoenix Symphony Hall
America the Beautiful
November 5th
Phoenix Symphony Hall
Best of Broadway
November 11th, 12th, 13th
Phoenix Symphony Hall
Visit https://tickets.phoenixsymphony.org/events for the full calendar and ticket purchasing options.
General Information
Does the Phoenix Symphony have any Covid-19 protocols?
As of April 21, 2022, facemasks are encouraged but not required and audience members are not asked to present proof of vaccination. If you are ill the day of a performance, you may call the Box Office at (602) 495-1999 to review your ticketing options.
Does the Phoenix Symphony offer a Senior Discount?
The Symphony offers Senior Rush Tickets for tickets purchased day-of concert. Seniors aged 65 and over may receive a 25% discount. This does not include special events such as Handel’s Messiah at the Mesa Arts Center in December.
Where is Symphony Hall located?
Symphony Hall’s address is:
75 North Second Street
Phoenix, Arizona 85004
How can I contact the Phoenix Symphony?
The box office can be reached at (602) 495-1999 or (800) 776-9080 (Monday through Friday, 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.).
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