Welcome Note

Welcome to Your CSO!

At the Charlotte Symphony, we are reimagining what an orchestra can mean to its community. We believe in the transformative power of music, and our commitment to making this art form accessible and meaningful to all has never been stronger.

Hard on the heels of our first performance at Lenny Boy Brewing Co. as part of the Symphony’s On Tap series, and a welcome return visit to Richmond County’s Cole Auditorium, we’re delighted to present The Hot Sardines with their signature take on cool jazz, and kick off the Domtar Family series with Sherlock Holmes and the Case of the Missing Maestro.

On November 14th, CSO musicians perform side-byside with the talented young musicians of the Charlotte Symphony Youth Orchestra, before we welcome returning guest conductor Kwamé Ryan to lead the Symphony in stellar performances of Verdi’s Requiem, 150 years since it was written, featuring the Charlotte Master Chorale and an outstanding cast of soloists. For Thanksgiving weekend, I hope you’ll join us for the delightful holiday classic Elf in Concert: details of all our holiday offerings can be found on our website!

We understand the power of music to bring people together, enrich lives, and create community, more than words ever can. That is why I am thrilled we have recently announced a trailblazing new initiative — CSO Roadshow, the Charlotte Symphony’s new mobile stage. Launching in the spring, with the first event planned for April 28th with the Latin American Coalition, this innovative traveling performance showcase will take the power of live orchestral music right into the heart of neighborhoods throughout the region. I invite you to learn more on page 14.

Your continued patronage and generosity are the driving force behind our mission. As we enter this season of giving thanks, we couldn’t be more grateful for your part in the CSO family. Enjoy the performance!

David Fisk
President & CEO