As Columbus gains recognition as an up-and-coming place to live and visit, the Symphony looks to contribute to the city's growing national and international profile. With that in mind, the Symphony has developed Putting the Star in Columbus, a new ambitious, multi-year initiative to engage the entire community in the music and mission of the Columbus Symphony Orchestra.
Putting the Star in Columbus is divided into three areas of focus: Connecting the Symphony to Strategic Civic Priorities Through Putting the Star in Columbus, the Symphony will expand innovative and impactful community service initiatives, with the goal to introduce the next generation of patrons to the power and potential of the Symphony. One such program is CSO Cares, a new initiative where the Columbus Symphony supports the missions of central Ohio social service organizations and schools through the creation of partnerships that bring the transformative power of music to their clients, constituencies, students, and staffs. Advancing Columbus as a Destination, a Great Place to Live, Work and Raise a Family Having a symphony as beloved and renowned as the Columbus Symphony is a huge draw to people looking to visit or set down roots in the central Ohio area. The Symphony's performances and programs bring audiences to downtown Columbus, generate more than $14 million in economic impact each year, and help bring international attention to the city. The Symphony will make one of its priorities to engage the entire community in the Symphony's music and its mission and help elevate the profile of the city.Videos