Founded in 2022, Desert Valley Winds is a non-professional musical ensemble comprised of musicians from throughout the Phoenix area who demonstrate strong interests in playing music in a purposeful but non-stressful atmosphere.

The primary purpose of Desert Valley Winds as an artistic ensemble are fivefold. 

1. To provide an outlet for like-minded musicians to develop their artistic talents in a musical family type atmosphere.

2. To give public performances of concert band music to encourage interest in music and cultural activities in the surrounding communities.

3. To preserve the rich heritage of community bands and quality wind band literature, both original and transcriptions.

4. To enrich, educate, and entertain the public through live performances.

5. To support the performing arts generally by performance in promotion of, and participation in community events.