Columbus Symphony Orchestra

About

The Columbus Symphony Orchestra’s mission is to perpetuate the orchestral tradition through the presentation of creative programs performed at the highest possible level of artistic quality, to develop audience enthusiasm, to educate future generations of concert goers and to contribute to the enjoyment and evolution of the art of symphonic music. Most recently, the Symphony has welcomed its first-ever woman Concertmaster, Joanna Frankel, as well as two new conductors: Stuart Chafetz, Principal Pops Conductor, and Andrés Lopera, Assistant Conductor. Our Masterworks, Pops, and Picnic with the Pops concert series continue to delight audiences with exceptional performances, while our new Summer Night Music Neighborhood Concerts are bringing the orchestra to communities throughout central Ohio. Each season, the Columbus Symphony serves over 150,000 central Ohioans who attend our performances and participate in our programs, generating over $14 million in economic impact for Columbus. We also reach a broader audience of over 1.6 million through radio broadcasts, online media, community festivals, and more.