2023 Red Rocks Music Festival
September 9, 2023 to November 12, 2023
Are you ready to embark on a classical musical journey like no other? Come and experience the most extraordinary chamber music at the 22nd season of the Red Rocks Music Festival set amidst the breathtaking red rocks of Sedona. Picture yourself surrounded by majestic red rock formations, the sun painting the landscapes in hues of gold, while sublime melodies resonate through the majestic canyons.Sedona is renowned for its awe-inspiring beauty and enchanting atmosphere. Beyond the captivating melodies, the Red Rocks Music Festival offers the perfect opportunity to explore the awe-inspiring beauty of Sedona - venture out on iconic trails (hiking, biking, horseriding, and wine tasting!), take scenic fall foliage drives through Oak Creek Canyon, tee off on picturesque golf courses, and dine open-air under the night skies after being swept away by the mesmerizing tunes of world-acclaimed musicians.
Festival Line-Up: A Symphony of Brilliance
This one-of-a-kind festival promises an unforgettable experience for music enthusiasts and nature lovers alike – a synergy of nature’s beauty, serene energy radiating from the red rocks, and captivating chamber music in intimate concert settings. The festival features five concerts in Sedona and three in Metro Phoenix ranging from brilliant piano sonatas and string quartets to performances by esteemed violin virtuoso Shlomo Mintz!Red Rock Music Festival - Sedona Concerts
70th Birthday Celebration of Composer Daniel Asia
Sedona Creative Life Center, 333 Schnebly Hill Rd.
Join in on the 70th birthday celebration of acclaimed composer Daniel Asia featuring his Scherzo Piano Sonata and a Piano Sonata by Aaron Copeland performed by pianist Daniel Linder, with an introduction of composition by Dr. Asia.
ADMISSION
General Admission: $28
Students with ID: $10
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The Viano Quartet
Sedona Creative Life Center, 333 Schnebly Hill Rd.
The award-winning Viano Quartet is one of the most sought-after performing young ensembles in the US. Their captivating performances include works by Schubert, Tchaikovsky, Piazzolla, Smetana, and Dvorak.
ADMISSION
General Admission: $36
Students with ID: $15
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Mill Ave Chamber Players
Sedona Creative Life Center, 333 Schnebly Hill Rd.
Relax to the serene sounds of the Mill Avenue Chamber Players in “Impressions” performing works by Arturo Marquez, William Grant Still, Kenji Bunch, Amy Beach, and Thomas Breadon.
ADMISSION
General admission: $28
Students with ID: $10
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Brahms & Amram
Sedona Creative Life Center, 333 Schnebly Hill Rd.
Spend an afternoon with iconic composer and performer David Amram, Grammy-nominated violinist Elmira Darvarova, French hornist Howard Wall, New York Philharmonic, and pianist Thomas Weaver performing Themes from Splendor in the Grass, Pull my Daisy, Spontaneous Blues, AZ Evening, Brahms’ Horn Trio, Op.40 & more.
ADMISSION
General Admission: $36
Students with ID: $15
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Legendary violinist, Shlomo Mintz, with Vitaly Serebriakov on Piano
Sedona Performing Arts Center, 995 Upper Red Rock Loop Road
The final performance of the 2023 Red Rocks Music Festival features legendary violinist Shlomo Mintz with pianist Vitaly Serebriakov performing works by Dvorak, Saint-Saens, Sarasate, and Kreisler.
ADMISSION
General Admission: $45
Students with ID: $15
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Red Rock Music Festival - Phoenix Concerts
Saturday, September 9, 2023 | 7:30 PM
70th Birthday Celebration of Composer Daniel Asia
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Sunday, October 15, 2023 | 3:00 PM
Brahms & Amram
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Sunday, November 12, 2023 | 3:00 PM
Legendary violinist, Shlomo Mintz with Vitaly Serebriakov on piano
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Getting to Sedona
Getting to Sedona is easy! Sedona is situated a two-hour drive north of Phoenix and a half-hour south of Flagstaff. There are three airports in close proximity to Sedona - Sedona Airport for charter flights, Flagstaff Airport served by American Airlines, and Phoenix Sky Harbor International Airport with flights from most major national and international cities.
