Plano Symphony Orchestra

Mission Statement:

It is the mission of our orchestra to inspire, educate, entertain and involve the children, youth and adults of our community in the enjoyment of great music.

History:

Established as the Plano Chamber Orchestra in 1983, the Plano Symphony Orchestra Association is a non-profit, tax-exempt 501(c)(3) Texas corporation with responsibility for governance vested in a Board of Directors elected by the corporation membership. In 1984, the Board of Directors established a volunteer committee, the Plano Symphony Guild, to assist in attaining its goals and purposes. The Guild also provides leadership for a teen concert services group, APPLAUSE.  In addition, many other volunteers and interns share time and skills to assist the orchestra in carrying out its programs.  In 1993, an Advisory Council of symphony and civic leaders was established to provide input on issues affecting the future of the Plano Symphony. In 2003-04 the Guild established a Symphony Debutante Program of activities for young women and their parents centered around symphony concerts and volunteer activities.  Participation in this program brings in financial resources for the symphony in addition to building new audiences.