Phoenix Symphony Resumes Concerts

The Phoenix Symphony has announced that it will resume concerts this coming Thursday, Nov. 12, after a concentrated fundraising effort, as reported by Slippedisc.

The orchestra had laid off its 66 musicians without pay on Monday, Nov. 2, the day after what was thought to be their final concert of the season, but they will now return to work.

The musicians expressed their gratitude to the community for their support over the past two weeks, which included a performance of Elgar's 'Nimrod' that was watched and shared by thousands.

In addition to resuming concerts, the symphony has also announced the creation of the New American Symphony Commission, an 11-member group that will reexamine the organization's financial and operating model.

This development matters to listeners because it ensures the continuation of high-quality musical performances in Phoenix and potentially paves the way for a more sustainable future for the orchestra.