EP 30 – Stephen Hook – Desert Sky Strings

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EP 30 - Stephen Hook - Desert Sky Strings

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Strong communities don’t just happen—they’re built one connection at a time.

This week on the GayPHX Podcast, Bily sits down with Stephen Hook, founder of Desert Sky Strings, Phoenix’s LGBTQ+ community string ensemble. What started as a simple idea has quickly grown into a welcoming orchestra and string quartet where musicians of every experience level can come together, perform, and build lasting friendships. Stephen shares how music has shaped his life, why visibility matters, and his vision for creating an inclusive space where everyone belongs.

Guest host Delos from Amory Pack returns to the microphone with community updates, including replay access to GayPHX’s recent livestream discussions, the 2026 phxPRIDE Spirit and Community Choice Award voting, the Tempe Art Takeover call for artists, and how you can support Matthew Moody and the future home of The Barracks Phoenix.

Plus, Brian—your Desert Den Daddy—is back with this week’s Hot Three events from around Arizona’s LGBTQ+ community.

Whether you’re a musician, an artist, a small business owner, or simply someone looking to connect with your community, this episode is a reminder that when passionate people come together, incredible things happen.

🎻 Learn more about Desert Sky Strings.

🗳 Vote in the 2026 phxPRIDE Awards at GayPHX.com/spirit and GayPHX.com/choice

🎨 Submit your work for the Tempe Art Takeover at GayPHX.com/artshow

❤️ Support Matthew Moody and The Barracks Phoenix at GayPHX.com/moody

🌈 Discover hundreds of LGBTQ+ events, livestreams, community resources, local businesses, and every episode of the GayPHX Podcast at GayPHX.com.

Thank you for listening—and thank you for supporting the people, organizations, artists, entertainers, and businesses that make Arizona’s LGBTQ+ community stronger every day.