At the heart of the Colorado Springs Philharmonic is the belief that music transcends boundaries, unites communities, and enriches lives. Founded in 1927, we are the largest, independent arts and cultural organization in southern Colorado, striving to deliver world-class performances, foster artistic excellence, and serve as a cultural cornerstone for the Pikes Peak region.
Every gift to the Colorado Springs Philharmonic is an investment in music’s ability to inspire, educate, and connect. Your generosity brings world-class performances to the stage, introduces young minds to the joy of music, and strengthens the cultural fabric of our community. Together, we create memories that resonate far beyond the concert hall.
Through the Now & Forever challenge, we are expanding the Philharmonic’s Permanent Endowment to safeguard the future of symphonic music in the Pikes Peak region. This effort ensures the programs and performances you cherish today will continue to inspire audiences for generations to come. With your support, we can build a lasting legacy of music that thrives Now & Forever.
The Now & Forever challenge aims to raise $100,000 in new or increased gifts to the general fund. Once achieved, this amount will be matched with an additional $100,000 for the Permanent Endowment. The potential impact is enormous and far-reaching—but its success depends on all of us.
Your gift through Colorado Gives counts toward the Now & Forever challenge. With the matching opportunity, your contribution is amplified, doubling its impact.
Learn more about the Now & Forever challenge at csphilharmonic.org/forever
The Colorado Springs Philharmonic's mission is to inspire and engage the people of our community and our region through exceptional orchestral performances honoring classical greatness, encouraging lifelong creative discovery, and celebrating the human spirit and experience.
Founded in 1927, the Colorado Springs Philharmonic is the largest, independent arts and cultural organization in southern Colorado. As a prominent cultural leader in the Pikes Peak region, the Philharmonic is responsible for enhancing the lives of community members. This responsibility expands beyond the great musical performances expected of the Philharmonic and includes building social awareness, connecting community partners, challenging artistic boundaries, as well as providing education and outreach opportunities.
The Philharmonic hosts many programs crucial to creating an enduring arts and culture presence in the Pikes Peak region. Today’s Philharmonic reaches more than 250,000 people each year and makes an economic impact of more than $7.7 million annually. That is more than $1,800 per minute of music performed. An average of 42% of people reached each year are served free of charge. The Philharmonic gives over $500,000 back to the community each season through education and outreach programs. Setting an example in the community of a prosperous, yet artistically minded symphony, the Philharmonic’s earned revenue comprises 60% of budget income.
Under the guidance of President and CEO Nathan Newbrough, the Colorado Springs Philharmonic has become one of the most successful symphony orchestras among midsize cities nationwide. The Philharmonic comprises 71 nationally auditioned musicians, 2 prestigious conductors, 14 administrative staff members, an executive board of 25, and 140 volunteers driven by their passion for great music and positive impact on the community.
For the 2024-25 season, the Philharmonic presents 43 performances of 21 unique concerts. Primary series includes El Pomar Foundation Masterworks presented by UCHealth, Philharmonic Pops, and Signature Series. The Philharmonic holiday concerts are Tchaikovsky’s The Nutcracker, Christmas Symphony, New Year’s Eve, and the Star-Spangled Symphony, a free community concert on the fourth of July. Outreach programs include Philharmonic Cares complimentary tickets to provide musical respite to 1,700 caregivers and military service members among 29 partner organizations; and Free for Kids offers young audiences an invitation to hear the Philharmonic perform live, in a true concert setting at no cost.
Organization name
Colorado Springs Philharmonic
other names
CSPHIL
2003
Tax id (EIN)
74-3091110
Category
Arts, Culture & Humanities
Organization Size
Large Organization
Colorado State Tax Credits
Colorado Enterprise Zone Credit
Address
Plaza of the Rockies 111 S Tejon St, Ste 305Mailing
PO Box 1266El Paso County, CO, US