Arizona Philharmonic's Winter Giving

Prescott's Professional Orchestra

Arizona Philharmonic is Prescott's professional orchestra. 

We are an auditioned, regional orchestra serving our community with locally-produced concerts. 

The 501c3  nonprofit Chaparral Arts, Inc.  serves as Arizona Philharmonic's fiscal agent.

A Landmark EventArizona Philharmonic Inaugural Concert

Building upon a vibrant and growing arts scene in Prescott, Arizona Philharmonic's formation represents a landmark event in Prescott's cultural growth. 

This past decade has seen significant growth in both audience and performers in multiple venues, an investment in arts infrastructure, and a surge in tourism. Our population has grown to a point capable of supporting a professional orchestra, and our civic leadership is excited about this new opportunity to draw business and tourism to our area.

Community Pride Builds This OrchestraArizona Philharmonic with Prescott Chorale

Arizona Philharmonic is the result of this community's pride in our arts. Representatives of Yavapai College, Prescott Chorale, Prescott Pops, Prescott Chamber Orchestra, Prescott Camerata Singers, and Chaparral Arts met for a year to establish the orchestra's management and financial models.  Prominent community leaders with experience in orchestra management, professional entertainment, business, non-profit law, marketing, philanthropy, fundraising, and event organization formed the orchestra's Launch Team that has brought Arizona Philharmonic to life.

Peter Bay with Arizona PhilharmonicCombining Local and Statewide Talent

Our core performing members are auditioned. The orchestra is filled out with leading musicians from across the state. In our ranks are musicians representing Prescott and the Phoenix, Flagstaff, Tucson, and Arizona Opera orchestras.

Arizona Philharmonic collaborates with multiple organizations to present an exciting year of artistry. Our 2018-2019 season included one full orchestra concert co-sponsored by Yavapai College and Chaparral Arts, and three collaborations: Bach Festival with Prescott Chorale, Messiah with Yavapai College, and Carmina Burana with Yavapai College Performing Arts Center. For the 2019-2020 Season we add the Jim and Linda Lee Planetarium as a major collaborator in outreach and joint concerts.

Establishing a standard of showcasing local talent, our inaugural concert  featured music of award-winning composer Henry Flurry and solo performances by Steinway Artist James D'León and marimbist Maria Flurry. Our second season features renowned baritone Philip Dixon, the incomparable Toni Tennille, and internationally known flamenco guitar-dancer duo Chris & Lena Jácome.

Outreach Emphasizing Creativity and Collaboration

Students at the
Jim and Linda Lee PlanetariumWe are unbelievably excited about our Constellations to Composition collaboration with Prescott Unified School District and the Jim and Linda Lee Planetarium. Through this outreach program, nearly 300 PUSD students will have the chance to vis the planetarium to learn about animal-inspired constellations.

Of course, we also strive to make art available to all through ticket donations to veterans, senior citizens, and underserved populations.

Our Vision is More Than Just MusicArizona Philharmonic with Yavapai College's Messiah

We aim to strengthen our local arts scene by engaging new audiences, showcasing local talent, supporting our sister performing arts organizations, collaborating on large events, and drawing new talent to our stages.

An estimated 200 attendees of our inaugural concert had never attended an orchestra concert before.

We aim to strengthen our community by creating new jobs, attracting new businesses, drawing tourists, connecting people, and creating opportunities for collaboration.

Nearly 75% of our inaugural year donated dollars came from sources who had never contributed to the Prescott music scene before.

We aim to support our community by offering education, enabling concert attendance, and making art come alive for all.

Most youth attendees of our compose for orchestra workshops had never composed a work of music before.

Arizona Philharmonic Audience MembersTowards our Donor Goal for Next Season

Chaparral Arts and AZ Phil have always operated in the black. Yet, for a sustainable orchestra, we aim to push our fundraising timelines to at least a year ahead of a season. 

Arizona Philharmonic's Winter Giving Campaign goal is to establish a $20K head start on fundraising into next season.  Please join us in making or exceeding this goal.

What can your dollars support?

AZ Phil Rehearsal$45 sponsors a ticket for a veteran or assisted living elder.

$300 pays for a classroom of students to attend the planetarium and compose a piece of music for orchestra.

$500 pays for a musician for 4 rehearsals and one concert.

$2500 pays for a concerto soloist.

$5500 pays for concert hall rental or a conductor.

Thank you

We thank you for your for your support and vision.

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