Additional performance, January 25, 2026, 2 p.m.
Immerse yourself in TRANSCENDENCE, a contemporary choral-orchestral experience from the Grammy-winning Phoenix Chorale, presented exclusively by Scottsdale Center for the Performing Arts. Described by BBC Music as “enviably smooth and sumptuous,” Phoenix Chorale’s world-class sound brings warmth to this evocative program. Music, visuals, and place converge in a sweeping journey through contemporary landscapes on a grand scale with orchestra. Discover the music of internationally celebrated composers Anna Thorvalsdottir, Rebecca Dale, Ola Gjeilo, and Arvo Pärt. The evening's program includes the U.S. premiere of Rebecca Dale's cinematic choral symphony When Music Sounds.
Rebecca Dale, “One of our brightest British composers” (Classic FM), whose choral symphony When Music Sounds is “a stirring and generous piece, full of soaring melodies and cheering climaxes.” (BBC Music Magazine)
About Phoenix Chorale
As the only internationally recognized professional choral ensemble in the Valley, the Grammy-winning Phoenix Chorale showcases the expert talents of Arizona’s highly trained and versatile singers in performances celebrated for their technical agility and emotional impact. Founded in 1958 and professionalized in 1992, Phoenix Chorale is regarded as one of the finest choral ensembles of the western classical tradition in North America. British Artistic Director Christopher Gabbitas has led the choir since 2019. Phoenix Chorale continues to earn international recognition through its acclaimed recordings. Recent releases on Signum Records have been described as “expertly blended” (Gramophone), “enviably smooth and sumptuous” (BBC Music), and “imaginatively programmed and meticulously sung” (The Arts Desk). Visit PhoenixChorale.org to learn more.
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