This month the Liv Ahwatukee Blog wants to highlight the wonderful Phoenix Symphony! The Phoenix Symphony is committed to bringing the arts and music to Arizona. Their mission “is to provide the joy of music as a catalyst in helping Arizona to become the best place in America to work and live.” We think that they’re doing a pretty great job at accomplishing their mission. Here are two performances going on this month and one going on in October — we’re featuring the October performance, because we think you’ll want to get your tickets now!
Beethoven’s Symphony No. 5 — The Phoenix Symphony
September 16, 2016
From the website: “The 2016/17 Season kicks off with the epic grandeur of Beethoven's Fifth Symphony. Tito Munoz, in his third season as Virginia G. Piper Music Director, leads The Phoenix Symphony in a masterful interpretation of Beethoven's ever popular and powerful "Victory" symphony. Joining this program is 2009 London International Piano Competition winner, Behzod Abduraimov performing Rachmaninoff's technically challenging and compositionally brilliant Rhapsody on a Theme of Paganini. Maestro Munoz continues his tradition of highlighting young American composers by featuring Nina Young and her "sonic experience" composition, Remnants, which invites listeners to perceive the orchestra as one giant instrument - a resonating body. $23 - $84.”
Bravo Broadway — Music of the Night — The Phoenix Symphony
September 30, 2016
From the website: “Tip your hat to Broadway as this popular program returns to Symphony Hall featuring music from The Phantom of the Opera. Under the baton of guest conductor, Robert Franz, The Phoenix Symphony is joined by three world-class Broadway soloists to perform your favorite Broadway tunes from Rodgers and Hammerstein, Les Miserables, and more. $33 - $83.”
October 7 - 9, 2016
From the website: “The Hogwarts Express returns to the Valley this October. Muggles, witches and wizards are welcome to attend this popular annual tradition. Join The Phoenix Symphony for this year's musical potion featuring nearly 90 minutes of seasonal selections, memorable music from the Harry Potter films and a spooktacular dose of magic. Come dressed as your favorite Hogwarts character or wear your Halloween costume. Get your tickets early, Halloween at Hogwarts is sure to sell out.”
You can find a full list of the performances that the Phoenix Symphony is putting on this month here.
Are you planning on attending any of these performances? Leave us a comment and let us know! Thanks for reading!