PRESCOTT, AZ—April 24, 2023—Prescott’s Arizona Philharmonic (AZ Phil) announced today that after an extensive search they have chosen Ms. Abby Coffey as Co-Executive Director. Coffey starts this position in May to help usher in the 2023-24 season beginning September 10. “We are delighted to have someone of Abby’s musical and education background join AZ Phil as Co-Executive Director, and I look forward to working with her as we evolve our organization,” commented Henry Flurry, AZ Phil’s Executive Director.

A versatile flutist, piccoloist, and music educator and administrator in the Phoenix metro area, Coffey currently holds the Flute 2/Piccolo position in the Symphony of the Southwest, and performs frequently as a substitute musician with The Phoenix Symphony. A supporter and advocate of music education, Coffey is the Professor of Flute and Music Education Studies at Arizona Christian University, where she also teaches music history courses.

Coffey graduated Summa Cum Laude from Belmont University in Nashville with a Bachelor of Music in Music Education. Relocating to Phoenix to further her education, she obtained a Master of Music in Flute Performance from Arizona State University and is currently completing a Core Certification Program in Arts Management through the University of Massachusetts-Amherst. “I am thrilled to join the executive team for the Arizona Philharmonic as the Co-Executive Director for the 2023 – 2024 season,” Coffey said.

About Arizona Philharmonic

Arizona Philharmonic (AZ Phil) is beginning its sixth season in 2023-2024 as Prescott’s regional professional orchestra, presenting large and small concerts that engage and inspire listeners. Based in Prescott, AZ Phil draws musicians from across Arizona and is committed to offering transformative music, while nurturing community participation and supporting the needs and growth of the Prescott area performing arts scene. Recognized in 2021 by the Prescott Chamber of Commerce for Excellence in Arts and Culture, Arizona Philharmonic is a 501(c)3 nonprofit organization. Ticket information, sponsorship and volunteer opportunities can be found at AZPhil.org or on Facebook.