Two and a half weeks ago, we wrote what read like a eulogy. The Phoenix Symphony had announced it would suspend its season after a November 1 concert, leaving 66 musicians facing unpaid layoffs. In our piece we asked the companies and civic leaders betting on Arizona’s future to step up. We hoped someone would answer. Someone did. This past … Read More
The Music Stops in America’s Fifth-Largest City
Most of us have a Symphony Hall memory. Maybe it was a school field trip, a holiday pops concert, or a date night that went better than expected. For nearly 80 years, the Phoenix Symphony has quietly scored the life of this Valley. Now, it is about to go silent. On Tuesday, the orchestra announced it will suspend operations after … Read More
An Important Update from The Phoenix Symphony
Dear Friends, I am writing to share extraordinarily difficult news. The Phoenix Symphony will suspend 2026-27 performances and programs following its performance on Sunday, November 1, 2026, because the organization does not have the funds needed to continue the season as planned. Although ticket sales have increased, contributed revenue has grown, and administrative and operating expense reductions have been made, … Read More