Community Engagement
As the only resident and full-time professional orchestra in the region, the CSO fills a unique position in the community by offering year-long symphonic concerts with a core group of world-class musicians. Recognizing the importance of engaging in local partnerships and also the potential benefits of providing support to smaller organizations, the orchestra continues to expand collaborative programs with a variety of performing arts groups. Ranging in size, mission, and scope, such examples of collaborative partnerships include Piccolo Spoleto Festival, the College of Charleston, the CSO Chorus, Youth Orchestra of the Lowcountry, Gibbes Museum of Art, Charleston Children's Chorus, and more. The CSO is also able to partner with diverse affiliates such as the CSO Gospel Choir & Spiritual Ensemble.
In 2012-13, the CSO will present:
- 12 Masterworks performances
- 11 Special Events and Family concerts
- 10+ Ensemble concerts
- 7 Pops performances
- 6 Chamber Orchestra performances
- 5 Free community concerts
- 2 Young People’s Concerts