Double Steinway Artist James D’León (piano) leads Performance Prelude—In the Artist’s Words at Mountain Artists Guild, in advance of the March concert, Colors in Spring: Fire, Light, and Renewal. James will share how he approaches chamber music from the inside: what he listens for first, how rehearsals take shape, and how a program finds its character. Expect an open conversation, musical insight, and time for questions.

Come early for light food and drinks and the chance to meet other audience members, plus Arizona Philharmonic volunteers and board members. Mountain Artists Guild is also an active gallery space, so you can browse the art while you settle in.