Support the Symphony,

Enrich the Community

Your donation to the Sedona Symphony does more than just fund concerts; it enriches lives, fosters community connections, and nurtures cultural growth in Sedona. By contributing, you help us attract top-tier guest artists and provide affordable tickets to ensure that everyone in our community has access to world-class music.

Tax-deductible donations are quick, easy, and secure through our online platform. Whether you’re giving to support a specific concert or helping us plan for the future, your gift makes a difference.

Join us in keeping the music alive and creating a lasting legacy in Sedona's vibrant arts community.

The Impact of Your Donation

  • Community Building

    Social Benefits

    Concerts and music events provide opportunities for social interaction, fostering a sense of community and belonging among residents and tourists alike. Research by Putnam, discusses how communal activities, including music events, can foster social capital and community engagement.

  • Cultural Enrichment

    Social Benefits

    Classical music performances enhance the cultural fabric of Sedona, attracting tourists and enriching the lives of residents by providing high-quality cultural experiences.

  • Intergenerational Engagement

    Social Benefits

    Music events can bridge generational gaps, bringing together people of all ages and backgrounds to share in a common cultural experience. The relationship between arts participation and wellbeing has received significant and growing academic attention over the last 10 years. The results of the recent research on the relationship between music and positive mental and physical health outcomes are significant.

  • Emotional Well-being

    Social Determinants of Health

    Regular exposure to classical music can enhance emotional well-being, providing an outlet for expression and relaxation. It also impacts other parts of the brain, affecting the mood through the release of neurotransmitters such as dopamine. According to psychotherapist Merriam Saunders, “dopamine is what stimulates the prefrontal cortex, which is the center of the brain responsible for planning, organizing, inhibition control and attention.”

  • Community Cohesion

    Social Determinants of Health

    Music events foster a sense of unity and collective identity, which can lead to stronger community ties and improved social support networks.

  • Accessibility

    Social Determinants of Health

    Now in our 20th concert season, we remain committed to ensuring that all community members, regardless of economic status, enjoy the benefits of classical music. Your support helps us remove barriers and continue to provide affordable tickets to our orchestral performances.

  • Stress Reduction

    Physical and Mental Health Benefits

    Classical music has been shown to lower cortisol levels, helping to reduce stress and anxiety. This can be particularly beneficial for both older adults and tourists in our community. One study found that classical music has a positive impact on blood pressure, heart rate, and mood. Music affects the cardiovascular system, autonomic nervous system, and the vagus nerve which responds to musical vibrations by triggering the body to relax.

  • Enhanced Cognitive Function

    Physical and Mental Health Benefits

    Listening to and engaging with classical music can improve memory, attention, and cognitive function, which is particularly important for an aging population. Studies show classical music can increase neural plasticity to slow down age-related cognitive decline.

  • Pain Management

    Physical and Mental Health Benefits

    A growing body of research shows that classical music can help in pain management, providing a natural, non-invasive way to alleviate discomfort. One study showed that classical music even helps alleviate pain, anxiety, and low mood in cancer patients. Anxiety is often related to increased pain perception, so relaxing music, like classical music, can help reduce the perception of pain.

  • Partnerships with Schools

    Educational Benefits

    Collaborating with local schools, libraries, offering workshops, growth opportunities for youth, and the development of programs that can inspire and educate young people, fostering a love for the arts and developing new life-long skills.

  • Tourism & Local Economy

    Economic Benefits

    By attracting tourists to concerts and events, the Symphony supports local businesses and contributes to the economic vitality of Sedona.

  • Job Creation

    Economic Benefits

    The Sedona Symphony Symphony supports the local job market, related service providers, and provides employment opportunities for staff, and musicians in Sedona and throughout Arizona.

Other Ways to Support the Sedona Symphony

In addition to individual donations, there are several impactful ways you can support the Sedona Symphony and help us continue to bring world-class orchestral music to our community.

Host a Fundraiser

Share your passion for music and community with others! Become an active supporter by hosting a Peer-to-Peer (P2P) Fundraiser for the Sedona Symphony. Our interactive and intuitive P2P Fundraising tool makes it easy to launch and run campaigns that benefit the Symphony. With an easy-to-use dashboard, you can manage donations, track your fundraiser’s performance, edit campaign details, and access social media sharing tools. By hosting a fundraiser, you’re not only supporting the Symphony financially but also inspiring your community to engage with our vibrant Sedona arts community. There’s a deep satisfaction in knowing that your efforts are helping to bring music to life and enriching the cultural fabric of Sedona.

Concert and Event Sponsorships

One of our most significant needs is securing Concert and Event Sponsors. Sponsorship offers a unique opportunity to align you, your business or organization with the arts, demonstrating your commitment to cultural enrichment in Sedona. As a Concert or Event Sponsor, you'll enjoy prominent recognition in our Concert Programs, Website, and promotional materials, providing valuable exposure to our audience of music lovers and community members. Sponsorships also offer a chance to directly support specific performances or events, ensuring they have the resources needed to succeed.

Symphony Sponsorship Program

Consider a deeper commitment to the arts through our Symphony Sponsorship Program (SSP). This three-year pledge program allows you to make a lasting impact, helping us plan and execute our long-term goals. Your pledge will enable us to attract top-tier guest artists, invest in the development of our musicians, keep ticket costs affordable for our community, and enhance the overall concert experience for our audiences. As as an SSP Member, you will be an integral part of our mission, ensuring the Symphony's continued success and growth.

Volunteer Opportunities

Another way to contribute to our success is by volunteering. Whether you’re greeting guests at concerts, helping with ticket sales, or housing a guest musician, your time and effort are invaluable. Volunteering is not only a great way to support the Symphony but also an opportunity to connect with fellow music lovers and enjoy the performances.

If you're interested in exploring any of these opportunities, please reach out to our Board President, Margaret Davis, to discuss how you can get involved. Your support, in whatever form it takes, helps sustain the Sedona Symphony and enrich the cultural landscape of Sedona.