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Passion. Community. Empowerment.

An orchestra of women

Reservations for SEPT 27, 2026 will open this summer

The Women's Orchestra of Arizona's concluded its 2025-2026 concert season with “Queen of Hearts": A Royal Succession of Symphonic Works, a finale celebrating the command and evolution of the symphonic throne.

From the mischievous charm of Nicolai's Merry Wives of Windsor to the visionary textures of Heather Pryse's competition-winning Crepuscular Thread, the afternoon built to a powerful climax with Louise Farrenc's Symphony No. 3—a masterpiece that finally secures this “Uncrowned Queen” her rightful place in the musical lineage.

It was an afternoon of wit, legacy, and the undeniable power of the female symphonic voice.

Weren't able to attend the concert? Enjoy a glimpse of what you missed: watch this YouTube interview with composer Heather Pryse about the inspiration for and themes found in Crepuscular Thread, as well as an excerpt of the orchestra rehearsing the piece.
 


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Date Event Location
Sunday, April 26 @ 3:00PM Sun, Apr 26 @ 3:00PM Women's Orchestra of Arizona presents "Queen of Hearts": A Royal Succession of Symphonic Voice North Scottsdale United Methodist Church, Scottsdale, AZ North Scottsdale United Methodist Church, Scottsdale, AZ
Sunday, February 1 @ 3:00PM Sun, Feb 1 @ 3:00PM Women's Orchestra of Arizona: "Feel the Love" Valentine's Concert North Scottsdale United Methodist Church, Scottsdale, AZ North Scottsdale United Methodist Church, Scottsdale, AZ
Sunday, November 30, 2025 @ 3:00PM Sun, Nov 30, 2025 @ 3:00PM Women's Orchestra of Arizona: Annual Messiah Community Sing-Along North Scottsdale United Methodist Church, Scottsdale, AZ North Scottsdale United Methodist Church, Scottsdale, AZ
Sunday, October 12, 2025 @ 3:00PM Sun, Oct 12, 2025 @ 3:00PM Women's Orchestra of Arizona: "Picturesque" Concert North Scottsdale United Methodist Church North Scottsdale United Methodist Church
Sunday, April 27, 2025 @ 3:00PM (MST, UTC-07) Sun, Apr 27, 2025 @ 3:00PM (MST, UTC-07) Women's Orchestra of Arizona's annual spring concert: A Carnival of Music North Scottsdale United Methodist Church, Scottsdale, AZ North Scottsdale United Methodist Church, Scottsdale, AZ
Sunday, February 2, 2025 @ 3:00PM (MST, UTC-07) Sun, Feb 2, 2025 @ 3:00PM (MST, UTC-07) Women's Orchestra of Arizona annual Valentine's concert includes Mozart's Marriage of Figaro Overture, Schumann's Symphony No. 4, Clarke's Sonata for Viola and Orchestra, Movement 1, Piazzolla's Libertango, and Horner's Titanic. North Scottsdale United Methodist Church, Scottsdale, AZ North Scottsdale United Methodist Church, Scottsdale, AZ
Sunday, November 24, 2024 @ 3:00PM (MST, UTC-07) Sun, Nov 24, 2024 @ 3:00PM (MST, UTC-07) Women's Orchestra of Arizona's annual Handel's 'Messiah' Sing-along North Scottsdale United Methodist Church, Scottsdale, AZ North Scottsdale United Methodist Church, Scottsdale, AZ
Sunday, September 29, 2024 @ 3:00PM (MST, UTC-07) Sun, Sep 29, 2024 @ 3:00PM (MST, UTC-07) Women's Orchestra of Arizona presents "The Green Muse: Celtic in Concert" North Scottsdale United Methodist Church, Scottsdale, AZ North Scottsdale United Methodist Church, Scottsdale, AZ
Sunday, April 28, 2024 @ 3:00PM Sun, Apr 28, 2024 @ 3:00PM Women's Orchestra of Arizona Ascension Lutheran Church, Paradise Valley, AZ 85253 Ascension Lutheran Church, Paradise Valley, AZ 85253
Sunday, February 4, 2024 @ 3:00PM Sun, Feb 4, 2024 @ 3:00PM Women's Orchestra of Arizona presents: "Feel the Love" Ascension Lutheran Church, Paradise Valley, AZ 85253 Ascension Lutheran Church, Paradise Valley, AZ 85253
Sunday, November 19, 2023 @ 3:00PM Sun, Nov 19, 2023 @ 3:00PM Women's Orchestra of Arizona collaboration with Arizona Masterworks Chorale: Messiah Sing-along Ascension Lutheran Church, Paradise Valley, AZ 85253 Ascension Lutheran Church, Paradise Valley, AZ 85253
Sunday, October 29, 2023 @ 3:00PM Sun, Oct 29, 2023 @ 3:00PM Women's Orchestra of Arizona presents: "Musical Pioneers" Ascension Lutheran Church, Paradise Valley, AZ 85253 Ascension Lutheran Church, Paradise Valley, AZ 85253
Sunday, April 30, 2023 @ 3:00PM (MST, UTC-07) Sun, Apr 30, 2023 @ 3:00PM (MST, UTC-07) "Spring Surprises" Ascension Lutheran Church, Paradise Valley, AZ 85253 Ascension Lutheran Church, Paradise Valley, AZ 85253
Sunday, February 5, 2023 @ 3:00PM (MST, UTC-07) Sun, Feb 5, 2023 @ 3:00PM (MST, UTC-07) Valentine's "Feel the Love" Concert Ascension Lutheran Church, Paradise Valley, AZ 85253 Ascension Lutheran Church, Paradise Valley, AZ 85253
Sunday, November 20, 2022 @ 3:00PM (MST, UTC-07) Sun, Nov 20, 2022 @ 3:00PM (MST, UTC-07) Messiah Sing-Along: Collaboration with Arizona Masterworks Chorale: Ascension Lutheran Church, Paradise Valley, AZ 85253 Ascension Lutheran Church, Paradise Valley, AZ 85253
Sunday, October 23, 2022 @ 3:00PM — 4:00PM (MST, UTC-07) Sun, Oct 23, 2022 @ 3:00PM — 4:00PM (MST, UTC-07) "Drama Queen and Kings," a concert of dramatic music by extraordinary composers. Ascension Lutheran Church, Paradise Valley, AZ 85253 Ascension Lutheran Church, Paradise Valley, AZ 85253

Applause and thanks to our ’25-’26 sponsoring organizations!

Michelle Horowitz

Realtor, Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Arizona Properties

https://michellehorowitz.com

 

SoScoDuo

Guitar | Flute duo

soscoduo.com

 

Paradise Valley Junior Women's Club

Dedicated to community improvement by enhancing the lives of others through community service.

 PVJRGFWCAZ@gmail.com
 

Milano Music Center

38 W Main Street, Mesa, AZ 85201 |.480-827-1111

 https://milanomusic.com

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Metro Phoenix is home to the second all-women’s orchestra in the United States.

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