Sedona News – The Sedona Community & Youth Orchestra (SC&YO) invites the public to an evening of vibrant, intergenerational music-making at its Spring Concert, From Mozart to Magic: A Musical Rainbow, on Tuesday, April 29 at 6 p.m. at the Sedona Performing Arts Center. While admission is free, attendees are encouraged to bring non-perishable food donations in support of “Project Fill The Need,” a local food bank initiative serving individuals and families experiencing food insecurity in the Sedona area.
This uplifting concert features musicians ages 9 to 72 performing a colorful and dynamic program that reflects the power of music to transcend generations and genres. Audiences will journey through dramatic landscapes with Grieg’s beloved Peer Gynt Suite, gallop into excitement with Rossini’s iconic William Tell Overture, and dive into whimsical fantasy with Danny Elfman’s enchanting score from Alice in Wonderland. Also featured are highlights from the Amadeus film soundtrack—an expressive medley for string orchestra including excerpts from Mozart’s Piano Concerto No. 22, Piano Concerto No. 20, Confutatis from the Requiem, and Symphony No. 25. The concert includes magical themes from Harry Potter and a heartfelt orchestral arrangement of Over the Rainbow in the spirit of Israel Kamakawiwoʻole’s Hawaiian-style interpretation—a moving tribute to unity, hope, and the magic of music.
“We’re so proud of this ensemble, which reflects the power of music to unite people of all ages and backgrounds,” said SC&YO Co-Founders and Co-Directors Kristina Beachell and Courtney Yeates. “This concert is a celebration not only of musical growth but also of community spirit, and we’re excited to share that with our audience.”
SC&YO, in partnership with Chamber Music Sedona, provides high-quality music education and performance opportunities to both youth and adults throughout the Verde Valley. The orchestra’s inclusive approach fosters artistic excellence, lifelong learning, and strong community connections.
Event Details:
What: SC&YO Spring Concert – From Mozart to Magic: A Musical Rainbow
When: Tuesday, April 29, 2025 | 6 p.m.
Where: Sedona Performing Arts Center, 995 Upper Red Rock Loop Rd, Sedona, AZ
Admission: Free | Non-perishable food donations encouraged for “Project Fill The Need”
Join us for an unforgettable evening of orchestral color and community connection—from classical masterpieces to cinematic magic, and everything in between.
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I attended last night’s concert at the magnificent Sedona Performing Arts Center and was blown away–first by the wonderful performance by so many talented musicians and second by the incredible generosity in the form of non-perishable food donations given to the Project Fill the Need Food Pantry by the concert’s attendees.
We are so lucky to live in this community!