Our mission is to provide a professional orchestra committed to enhancing and enriching the cultural life of the people in the Desert Cities. We offer a series of concerts, recitals and special events with programs of musical, artistic excellence that entertain, educate and engage the audience. We are also dedicated to providing free concerts to school children where they can experience a live symphony orchestra. It’s our now 27th Season! Join the celebration with the following artists...

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Shows In This Series

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Wicked Divas

Join us for a wicked-good evening of Diva showstoppers from the world of Broadway, opera and pop, highlighted by selections from the Tony Award®-winning musical Wicked performed with The Desert Symphony.  This program features Elphaba and Glinda from Broadway productions of Wicked and will showcase the depth of their high-flying talents.  In addition to favorites from the “untold tale of the witches of Oz,” the program also includes favorites from Gypsy, Ragtime, Titanic and opera selections from George Bizet’s Carmen.

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Under The Streetlamp

Under the Streetlamp, America’s hottest new vocal group with two PBS top specials, performs an electrifying evening of classic hits from the American radio songbook. Exuding the irresistible rapport of a modern day Rat Pack, the quartet includes recent leading cast members of the Tony Award® winning musical Jersey Boys along with The Desert Symphony delivering an evening of unforgettable entertainment. You’ll hear Doo-Wop, Motown, old time Rock ‘n’ Roll and all of your favorite songs from The Drifters, The Beach Boys, The Beatles, and in a “show-stopping” salute to their mentors Frankie Valli and Bob Gaudio, the guys perform a medley from the “Four Seasons” catalog of outstanding hits.

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The Texas Tenors

With their Emmy Award® winning PBS special now airing across the country, and Billboard chart topping albums, it’s easy to see why The Texas Tenors are quickly becoming America’s favorite new tenors as well a local favorite performing with The Desert Symphony for the third time! Since their whirlwind debut five years ago on NBC’s America’s Got Talent, The Texas Tenors have accumulated a long list of awards, accolades and excited fans. They have performed more than 800 concerts around the world, including a 24-city tour in the United Kingdom, Shanghai, China and collaborations with some of the most prestigious symphonies, performing arts centers and arenas in the United States. People are clearly enjoying their talent as they were recently named the #10 Classical Artist in the world for 2014 according to Billboard magazine.

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Classical Mystery Tour

What would the Beatles have sounded like if they had a chance to perform live in concert with a symphony orchestra? Find out when Classical Mystery Tour; A Tribute to the Beatles performs live with Your Desert Symphony. The four musicians in Classical Mystery Tour look and sound like just like the Beatles. Classical Mystery Tour is more than just a rock concert. The show presents more than two dozen Beatle’s tunes. Hear “Penny Lane,” “I Am the Walrus,” “The Long and Winding Road” and more, all performed exactly as they were originally recorded. If you like the Beatles, you will love Classical Mystery Tour.

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Piano Men — A Tribute to Elton John & Billy Joel

One unforgettable night. What do you get when you combine the music of Elton John and Billy Joel on one stage? A night of Grammy® award winning, Rock and Roll Hall of Fame inducing MAGIC! Get swept away in this dynamic, interactive concert celebrating two giants of Pop music as Craig A. Meyer and Donnie Kehr perform with Your Desert Symphony! Billy Joel and Elton John hits come alive as performed by Broadway veterans Craig A. Meyer and Donnie Kehr, accompanied by amazingly talented backup singers and The Rocket Band of all-star musicians.

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Desert Symphony’s “Ovation II” Series Subscriptions

The Desert Symphony’s 2015-2016 “Ovation II” Series

The Desert Symphony - Friday, December 1, 8:00 pm
The Desert Symphony - Saturday, January 20, 8:00 pm
The Desert Symphony - Sunday, February 4, 8:00 pm
The Desert Symphony - Saturday, March 24, 8:00 pm
The Desert Symphony - Saturday, April 7, 8:00 pm

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