David Arkenstone brings Winter’s Eve concerts back to Arizona

David Arkenstone will return to Arizona in December for two holiday concerts in Sedona and Phoenix, joined by Arizona native and American Idol finalist Drew Ryn. Tickets are on sale now, with VIP packages available for the Sedona show.

Why it matters: - The Arizona dates extend David Arkenstone’s holiday concert run with a pair of shows built around seasonal music, guest vocals and fan favorites. - The Phoenix stop follows four years of sold-out performances at the Musical Instrument Museum, underscoring continuing demand in the market. - Drew Ryn’s appearance adds a local connection and a familiar reality-TV draw to the holiday program.

What happened: - David Arkenstone will present “A Winter’s Eve with David Arkenstone & Friends” in Arizona this December. - The Sedona show is set for Thursday, Dec. 10, at 7 p.m. at the Sedona Performing Arts Center. - The Sedona concert is presented by the Sedona International Film Festival. - The Phoenix concert is scheduled for Friday, Dec. 11, at 7:30 p.m. - Drew Ryn, an Arizona native now based in Nashville, will serve as the special guest vocalist.

The details: - The concerts will feature reimagined seasonal classics and original compositions. - Arkenstone and his ensemble will perform with guitars, keyboards, flutes, violin, cello, bass, drums and percussion. - The shows are designed as festive holiday performances with audience participation, including clapping along. - Ryn reached a national audience as a Top 6 finalist on The X Factor and later appeared as a finalist on American Idol. - Ryn has also shared her experiences through a TEDx talk and anti-bullying outreach to young people. - Tickets are on sale now. - Sedona VIP tickets are limited and include best seating, a lanyard and laminate, a custom compilation CD and a post-show autograph meet-and-greet.

Between the lines: - Arkenstone is leaning on a proven holiday format that combines cinematic instrumentation with recognizable seasonal material. - The booking also pairs a longtime touring artist with a younger vocalist whose online reach may help broaden the audience. - The Phoenix engagement signals that Arkenstone’s Arizona draw has remained strong well beyond a single venue.

What’s next: - The Sedona performance will be the first of the two Arizona dates on Dec. 10. - The Phoenix performance will follow on Dec. 11. - Media requests, including interview opportunities and passes for the Sedona concert, go through Cynthia Gage at cindygagecsr@gmail.com.

The bottom line: - Arkenstone is using two Arizona holiday dates to extend a reliable seasonal brand, while Ryn adds local ties and vocal firepower to the show.