PHOENIX, AZ – Award-winning pianist and music historian Richard Glazier joins vocalist Natalie Cordone for “From Gershwin to Garland: A Musical Journey with Richard Glazier & Natalie Cordone” at the Herberger Theater Center on Saturday, November 21, 2026. Known for his interpretations of the Gershwin songbook and nationally broadcast PBS specials, Glazier brings a personal connection to the music through his friendship with lyricist Ira Gershwin. Performances take place at 2 p.m. and 7:30 p.m. on Stage West.
The concert marks the duo’s return to the Herberger Theater two years after appearing in “Rhapsody & Rhythm,” a multimedia celebration of Gershwin’s music. It is the second production in the Herberger Theater’s 2026–27 Spotlight Series, now in its fourth season presenting main stage shows.
Blending live piano and vocals with rare film footage and personal stories, “From Gershwin to Garland” celebrates the music of George Gershwin and the songs made famous by Judy Garland. The program includes Glazier’s solo piano performance of “Rhapsody in Blue,” bringing Gershwin’s landmark composition into an intimate concert setting.
Glazier’s connection to the Gershwins began at age nine, when watching the film “Girl Crazy” inspired him to write a fan letter to lyricist Ira Gershwin. Their correspondence developed into a friendship that helped shape his career. During a visit, Glazier played for Ira on the piano that had belonged to George Gershwin. Today, he brings that personal connection to his performances, combining his interpretations of the music with stories that connect audiences to its history. Glazier has built a career bringing the American Songbook to life through piano performance, storytelling and music history. His three nationally broadcast PBS specials include “From Broadway to Hollywood,” exploring the music and personalities behind stage and screen classics.
Cordone’s career spans musical theater, opera and concert performances. She has headlined with the Colorado Symphony, Fort Wayne Philharmonic, Greensboro Symphony and Orlando Philharmonic, and starred in “Rhapsody & Rhythm: The Gershwin Concert Experience” and “The Gershwin Big Band Experience.”
A limited number of VIP packages are available, including premium seating, a pre-show meet-and-greet, a complimentary signature cocktail, access to a dedicated intermission bar area and one Arizona Center parking validation per ticket order. The VIP reception begins at 1 p.m., with the performers in attendance until 1:30 p.m.
The Herberger Theater Center is located at 222 E. Monroe St. in Downtown Phoenix. For tickets and additional information, visit HerbergerTheater.org.


























