March 1, 2018

Parties of Note: Broadway in the Biltmore

Phoenix Symphony musician Dian D'Avanzo; Russ and Mac Perlich with Michael Zistatsis, Alexi's Grill

More than 60 guests arrived to the Taliverde home of Mac and Russ Perlich within the Biltmore Estates on Feb. 22 for The Phoenix Symphony’s first Party of Note in 2018. The home is located just below the Wrigley Mansion and nestled among mature tree-lined streets. The recent remodel combines a contemporary design with energy efficiency, sustainable materials and natural lighting throughout.

Guests mingled as they enjoyed a beautiful sunset and cocktails around outdoor fires, followed by a family-style dinner prepared by Alexi’s Grill. Attendees were treated to a mix of Broadway and movie classics performed by Phoenix Symphony musicians Dian D’Avanzo, violin; Karen Sinclair, violin; Mathieu Paige-Bouchard, viola; and Mike D’Avanzo, cello.

In its seventh season, Parties of Note is a one-of-a-kind program offering a unique opportunity to spend an evening in an intimate setting with symphony musicians and friends while enjoying a gourmet meal in some of the Valley’s finest homes.

PHOTOS BY TINA CELLE

UPCOMING PARTIES OF NOTE

• Warehouse Wonder
March 8, 6 p.m.
Host: Phoenix Symphony Young Professionals and Tuft and Needle

• A Frank Lloyd Wright Experience
March 21, 6 p.m.
Host: David Dodge

• Architectural Artistry
March 28, 6 p.m.
Host: Marci and J. Fife Symington IV

• Overlooking the 11th Green
April 19, 6 p.m.
Host: Ann and Peter Winstanley

• Central City Oasis
April 25, 6 p.m.
Hosts: Ginger and Don Brandt and Sharon and Dr. Oliver Harper

• Casa del Francisco
May 3, 6 p.m.
Host: Drs. Linda and Dan Francisco

• Home on the Range
June 3, 4 p.m.
Host: Senator Steve and Joan Pierce