Idol Nostalgia
On Saturday, Nov. 11, 83-year-old pop culture icon Frankie Avalon will deliver a memory-inducing — and memory-making — concert as a kick-off performance of Arizona Musicfest’s 2023–24 concert season.
The Man Behind the Music
At the Musical Instrument Museum, conservator Rodrigo Correa-Salas protects and preserves some of the world’s rarest instruments.
Storied Strings
In downtown Phoenix, the Roberto-Venn School of Luthiery provides an education in building and repairing guitars.
Tickling the Ivories
Each of Ravenscroft Pianos’ luxurious instruments is handcrafted by Michael Spreeman and his son, Andrew, in their state-of-the-art headquarters in North Scottsdale.
All That Jazz
The Ravenscroft in North Scottsdale raises the bar on the traditional jazz club.
Joyride: Musician Jenna Rae Brings the Vibe
Scottsdale music artist Jenna Rae was a finalist in Alice Cooper’s Proof is in the Pudding Music Contest in 2021 and, shortly thereafter, she began gigging professionally as an acoustic soloist at venues across the Valley.
Magnetic Music
Music in May returns this month, delivering the diverse sounds of Arizona bands to residents.
Harmonious Highway
This month, chorale groups and orchestras across the Valley will perform concerts that reflect the thoroughfare that music has in our lives.
Schoolhouse Rock
Strumming, drumming and singing — 15 talented student musical acts will take the stage at Harold’s Corral for Cave Creek Unified Education Foundation’s Rock the District fundraiser on Saturday, April 15.
Unearthing Virtuosity
Under Warren Cohen’s leadership, MusicaNova Orchestra has developed an international reputation for its extraordinarily unique and eye-opening programs.