Scottsdale Philharmonic Press Releases & News

Scottsdale Philharmonic Announces New Conductor, Venue

The Scottsdale Philharmonic announced that Vanja Gjumar Nikolovski has joined the orchestra as its Principal Resident Conductor beginning with the 2024-2025 Concert Season, which starts Oct. 13. Maestro Nikolovski graduated with majors in conducting and composition from the Saints Cyril and... - April 03, 2024

Scottsdale Philharmonic to Present Tribute to Mozart at March 17 Concert

Tickets are now available for the Scottsdale Philharmonic’s Tribute to Mozart Concert on Sunday, March 17. The concert begins at 4 p.m., and will be held at the North Canyon Performing Arts Center, 1700 E. Union Hills Dr., in Phoenix, 85024. “We are thrilled to be in our 12th season of... - February 16, 2024

Scottsdale Philharmonic to Present First Concert of 2024

Tickets are now available for the Scottsdale Philharmonic’s first concert of 2024 on Sunday, Feb. 4. The concert begins at 4 p.m., and will be held at the North Canyon Performing Arts Center, 1700 E. Union Hills Dr., in Phoenix, 85024. “We are thrilled to be in our 12th season of... - January 17, 2024

Scottsdale Philharmonic to Present Annual Holiday Concert Celebration on Dec. 20

Tickets are now available for the Scottsdale Philharmonic’s popular annual Holiday Concert Celebration on Wednesday, Dec. 20. The concert begins at 7 p.m., and will be held at the North Canyon Performing Arts Center, 1700 E. Union Hills Dr., in Phoenix, 85024. “Our Holiday Concert... - December 02, 2023

Tickets Now on Sale for Nov. 12 Scottsdale Philharmonic Concert

Tickets are now available for the Scottsdale Philharmonic’s second exciting concert of the season on Sunday, Nov. 12. “We are thrilled to be in our 12th season of bringing classical music to the Valley with an expanded concert schedule and resuming of our youth orchestra (paused... - October 25, 2023

Scottsdale Philharmonic to Kick Off 12th Season with Oct. 15 Concert, New Venues

The Scottsdale Philharmonic is preparing to kick off its 12th season of classical music with its Oct. 15 concert. “We’re beginning this new year with many exciting changes,” explains Joy Partridge, president and co-founder of the Scottsdale Philharmonic. “Because we sold... - September 30, 2023

Scottsdale Philharmonic Delights Audience with Independence Day Concert; Orchestra Announces Concert Dates for 2023-24

More than 1,100 people attended the exciting, special Independence Day concert presented by the Scottsdale Philharmonic on July 2 at La Casa de Cristo Lutheran Church in Scottsdale. The concert was opened with a message from Veteran Charlie Ellis of Operation Enduring Gratitude who asked all of the... - July 20, 2023

Scottsdale Philharmonic Announces Special July 2 Concert Saluting Veterans

The Scottsdale Philharmonic has announced its special Independence Day celebration concert with an enjoyable array of patriotic and classical music. The concert will take place on Sunday, July 2 from 4-6 p.m. at La Casa de Cristo Lutheran Church, 6300 E. Bell Road in Scottsdale. “I am... - May 25, 2023

Scottsdale Philharmonic Announces Program for May 7 Concert with a Masterpiece of Russian Music

The Scottsdale Philharmonic has announced the musical program for its next concert on May 7, 4-6 p.m., at the Scottsdale Center for Performing Arts, 7380 East Second St. Led by Principal Conductor Maestro Dmitry Polyakov, the May 7 concert will feature a special tribute to Louis Armstrong, with... - March 20, 2023

Scottsdale Philharmonic Presents Tremendous Performance of Beethoven's 9th Symphony Under Maestro Dmitry Polyakov's Baton

“Our sold-out Feb. 19 concert, featuring Beethoven’s 9th Symphony, under Maestro Dmitry Polyakov’s baton, was a tremendous success,” says Joy Partridge, Executive Director of the Scottsdale Philharmonic. “With his leadership, our orchestra united with a full choir and... - March 01, 2023

Scottsdale Philharmonic Announces Beethoven's 9th Symphony with Maestro Polyakov

The Scottsdale Philharmonic has announced its 2023 concert schedule for Sundays, Feb. 19, March 19 and May 7, all from 4-6 p.m. at the Scottsdale Center for the Performing Arts, 7380 East Second St. Conducted by world-class principal conductor Maestro Dmitry Polyakov, the Feb. 19 concert will be... - January 29, 2023

Scottsdale Philharmonic Invites Community to Dec. 4 Concert

The Scottsdale Philharmonic is excited to have music lovers attend its next concert on Sunday, Dec. 4, 4-6 p.m., at the Scottsdale Center for the Performing Arts. Conducted by the newly-hired, full-time, world-class principal conductor Maestro Dmitry Polyakov, the concert will include... - November 19, 2022

Scottsdale Philharmonic Will Open Its Season on Oct. 9 Under Direction of New Full-Time, World-Class Conductor

The Scottsdale Philharmonic has hired a full-time, world-class conductor, Maestro Dmitry Polyakov from Europe, to open its eleventh season on Sunday, Oct. 9. The musical program for Oct. 9 will include Mozart’s “Clarinet Concerto Mvt. 1” with Soloist Heather Van Beek;... - September 30, 2022

Scottsdale Philharmonic Hires Full-Time World-Class Conductor; Orchestra Will Open Its Season Oct. 9

The Scottsdale Philharmonic has hired a full-time, world-class conductor, Maestro Dmitry Polyakov, to open its eleventh season on Sunday, Oct. 9. “We are so lucky and privileged that Dmitry has decided to accept the position and become our Principal Conductor as we begin our newest vision of... - August 20, 2022

World-Class Conductor Dmitry Polyakov Joins the Scottsdale Philharmonic

The Scottsdale Philharmonic announced that the world-class conductor Dmitry Polyakov has accepted the position to become its full-time Principal Conductor. "We are so lucky and privileged he decided to choose Scottsdale to become his new home,” said Joy Partridge, President and... - June 15, 2022

Scottsdale Philharmonic Invites Classical Music Lovers for May 15 Concert Under the Baton of Maestro Dmitry Polyakov

The Scottsdale Philharmonic announced the program for its last concert of the spring season on Sunday, May 15 (4 to 6 p.m.) at the Scottsdale Center for the Performing Arts, 7380 East Second St., Scottsdale. The May 15 concert, with Maestro Dmitry Polyakov, will feature Beethoven’s... - April 09, 2022

Scottsdale Philharmonic Announces Programs for March 27, May 15 Concerts

The Scottsdale Philharmonic announced the programs for its remaining spring concerts, scheduled for March 27 and May 15 at the Scottsdale Center for the Performing Arts, 7380 East Second St., Scottsdale. The March 27 concert features music from well-known composers such as Mozart... - February 24, 2022

Tickets Still Available for Scottsdale Philharmonic's Feb. 13 Concert

Tickets are still available for the Scottsdale Philharmonic’s Feb. 13 concert at the Scottsdale Center for the Performing Arts, 7380 East Second St., Scottsdale. “The Scottsdale Philharmonic is very excited to be in rehearsals for our Feb. 13 concert,” says Joy Partridge,... - February 11, 2022

Scottsdale Philharmonic Announces Programs for Upcoming Concerts

The Scottsdale Philharmonic recently announced the programs for its spring 2022 concerts at the Scottsdale Center for the Performing Arts, 7380 East Second St., Scottsdale. “The Scottsdale Philharmonic is very excited to be in rehearsals for our Feb. 13 concert,” says Joy Partridge,... - January 16, 2022

Scottsdale Philharmonic Performs Holiday Concert for Sold-Out Crowd, Announces Concert Dates in 2022

The Scottsdale Philharmonic recently performed its annual Holiday Concert to a sold-out crowd and announced its schedule for spring 2022 concerts at the Scottsdale Center for the Performing Arts, East Second St., Scottsdale. “Santa, AKA Cello Player Charlie Bullen, opened the Holiday... - December 17, 2021

Scottsdale Philharmonic Announces Program for Dec. 12 Holiday Concert

The Scottsdale Philharmonic announced today that its annual Holiday Concert will be held Sunday, Dec. 12, 4-6 p.m., at the Scottsdale Performing Arts Center, 7380 East Second St., Scottsdale. “This is our most popular and well-attended concert of the season,” says Joy Partridge,... - October 30, 2021

Scottsdale Philharmonic to Perform Second Concert of the Season on Sunday, Nov. 21

The Scottsdale Philharmonic orchestra will perform the second in-person concert of the 2021-22 season on Sunday, Nov. 21. The event will be held at the Scottsdale Center for the Performing Arts, 7380 East Second St. in Scottsdale, from 4 to 6 p.m. “Our musicians were elated to be back... - October 15, 2021

Scottsdale Philharmonic Celebrates 10th Anniversary of Its Founding with Start of 2021-22 Season

Scottsdale Philharmonic’s upcoming Oct. 10 concert marks the start of the 10th season of presenting classical music to Valley residents. Since its founding in 2012, the orchestra has presented more than 40 concerts (for free or a small donation) to more than 55,000 classical music lovers. - September 10, 2021

North Phoenix Resident to Compete for Title of Mrs. Arizona America

Local Cardiology Physician Assistant Joy Lorelle LaForte will represent North Phoenix in competing for the title of Mrs. Arizona America on Aug. 29 at the Herberger Theater Center in downtown Phoenix. LaForte has a very successful career as a full-time medical professional at the Phoenix VA,... - August 19, 2021

Scottsdale Philharmonic May 2 Concert Received a Standing Ovation; Youth Orchestra Concerts Will Feature Special Guests

The Scottsdale Philharmonic Orchestra received a standing ovation for its May 2 concert at the Scottsdale Center for the Performing Arts. “It was a magical program filled with passion and emotions,” says Joy Partridge, Scottsdale Philharmonic Co-Founder. “All of our musicians were... - May 08, 2021

Scottsdale Philharmonic Resumes Concerts, Schedules Auditions for Its Youth Orchestra in May

The Scottsdale Philharmonic Orchestra is thrilled to announce its first concert in 2021. The premier spring concert is on Sunday, May 2, 4 p.m., at the Scottsdale Center for the Performing Arts. The Scottsdale Philharmonic Youth Orchestra will hold auditions for its Youth Orchestra in May and... - March 27, 2021

Scottsdale Philharmonic Postpones May 17 Live Concert

The orchestra and its new Youth Orchestra members are practicing at home for the next season. - May 07, 2020

Scottsdale Philharmonic Offers Viewing of Free Concert Video in Place of Live Concert

For the health and safety of its classical music lovers, the Scottsdale Philharmonic cancelled its March 22 concert. Instead, the nonprofit group invited its supporters to go online to see a previously-recorded performance of the orchestra playing Beethoven’s 9th Symphony. “Due to the... - March 27, 2020

Scottsdale Philharmonic Announces Programs for Two, Free, Spring Concerts

The Scottsdale Philharmonic has announced the programs for its upcoming spring concerts to be held on Sundays, March 22 and May 17, 4 to 6 p.m., at La Casa de Cristo Lutheran Church, 6300 E. Bell Rd., Scottsdale. On March 22, the concert will feature music from composers Beethoven, Brahms, Liszt... - February 14, 2020

Scottsdale Philharmonic Announces Dates, Program for First 2020 Concert

The Scottsdale Philharmonic has announced the start of its eighth season with a free classical music concert on Sunday, Feb. 9. “We’re excited to continue our mission of providing classical music to people of all ages in 2020,” says Joy Partridge, co-founder of the Scottsdale... - January 08, 2020

Scottsdale Philharmonic Seeks Donations, Sponsors for 2020 Season

The nonprofit Scottsdale Philharmonic, founded in 2012, is funded primarily through donations and is seeking contributions for its 2020 Concert Season. “These donations provide the financial support we need to realize our mission and vision of performing beautiful, classical music to the... - November 14, 2019

Scottsdale Philharmonic Announces November, December Concerts

The Scottsdale Philharmonic will perform a free concert on Sunday, Nov. 24, from 4-6 p.m., at La Casa de Cristo Lutheran Church, Scottsdale. The final 2019 concert is the annual holiday concert sponsored by and held at the Scottsdale Center for the Performing Arts on Sunday, Dec. 15 from 4-6 p.m. - October 16, 2019

Scottsdale Philharmonic Announces Programs for Fall Concerts

The Scottsdale Philharmonic will perform free concerts on Sundays, Oct. 13 and Nov. 24, from 4-6 p.m., at La Casa de Cristo Lutheran Church. The final 2019 concert is the annual holiday concert sponsored by the City of Scottsdale and held at the Scottsdale Center for the Performing Arts on Sunday,... - September 20, 2019

Auditions Scheduled in August for New Scottsdale Philharmonic Youth Orchestra

If you know talented young musicians, grades 7-12, be sure to let them know about the new Youth Orchestra sponsored by the Scottsdale Philharmonic. Final auditions for the orchestra will begin Aug. 6 with rehearsals starting Sept. 10. “Our mission is to bring classical music free of charge... - August 01, 2019

Scottsdale Philharmonic Awards Scholarships to Rosie's House Students for Second Year

The four Rosie's House students will be able to attend summer camp because of the scholarships from the Scottsdale Philharmonic. - June 02, 2019

Scottsdale Philharmonic Invites Young Musicians to Audition, Join New Youth Orchestra

Do you know talented young musicians, grades 7-12? Be sure to let them know about the new Youth Orchestra sponsored by the Scottsdale Philharmonic. “Our mission is to bring classical music free of charge to people of all ages,” says Joy Partridge, President and Co-founder of the... - May 22, 2019

Scottsdale Philharmonic to Present Free Concert on May 19

The Scottsdale Philharmonic has announced the program for its next free classical music concert on Sunday, May 19. The concert runs from 4-6 p.m. at the Scottsdale Bible Church, 7601 E. Shea Blvd., Scottsdale. The May 19th concert presents the music of Gershwin and Strauss. The Scottsdale... - May 02, 2019

Scottsdale Philharmonic Announces Auditions for Its New Youth Orchestra on May 4, 11

Do you know a talented high school musician? Be sure to let them know about the May 4 and 11 auditions for the new Scottsdale Philharmonic Youth Orchestra to be held at 1101 E. Morrow Drive, Phoenix, AZ 85024. “Our mission is to bring classical music free of charge to people of all... - March 22, 2019

Scottsdale Philharmonic Announces Programs for March, May Concerts

The free concerts will be held at the Scottsdale Bible Church. - February 14, 2019

Scottsdale Philharmonic Kicks Off 2019 with Feb. 10 Concert

The Scottsdale Philharmonic will perform its next free classical music concert on Sunday, Feb. 10, from 4-6 p.m. The orchestra will perform this concert at the Scottsdale Bible Church, 7601 E. Shea Blvd., Scottsdale. Pieces to be performed by the Philharmonic on Feb. 10 and their composers... - January 25, 2019