Presidential Campaign Songs As our political system moves toward our upcoming elections and both major parties hold their conventions, join us as we explore some of the classic songs used for campaigns through the years. Before radio, TV, or social media ads dominated the campaign cycle, politicians selected or commissioned songs that would carry their message to voters around the United States. Source ..read more

Presidential Campaign Songs – Part Three As our political system moves toward our upcoming elections and both major parties hold their conventions, join us as we explore some of the classic songs used for campaigns through the years. Before radio, TV, or social media ads dominated the campaign cycle, politicians selected or commissioned songs that would carry their message to voters around the... Source ..read more

This year, in addition to commemorating the 30th anniversary of Arizona Musicfest, we also celebrate the one-year anniversary of Musicfest opening its new facility in North Scottsdale. In just one year’s time, our new home has dramatically elevated the organization’s operations and provided our community with a wealth of engaging programs through our Music Alive! series. For three decades... Source ..read more

In celebration of their hard work schooling at home during the COVID-19 pandemic, we are proud to present students from Arizona School for the Arts playing along with our Festival Orchestra! Early in the school year, Musicfest contacted teachers for ways to support their goals during a season where band and orchestra programs were all but shut down. These conversations led to a special partnership... Source ..read more

What is it about a great hook that gets so stuck in our ears? While the melody, words, or rhythm contribute to a successful hook, the repetition of those hooks roots us in the music and brings us back again and again. What do many of our favorite songs have in common? It’s a section of music – the chorus – that hooks us in and sticks in our ears, minds, and hearts. It calls us back to the last... Source ..read more

Presidential Campaign Songs – Part Two As our political system moves toward our upcoming elections and both major parties hold their conventions, join us as we explore some of the classic songs used for campaigns through the years. Before radio, TV, or social media ads dominated the campaign cycle, politicians selected or commissioned songs that would carry their message to voters around the... Source ..read more