named programs · 2 · from sources
what they call their work
Artists in Residence Program
Features distinguished professional musicians who contribute to performances, mentor emerging talent, and help shape the artistic direction of concerts.
Concert Series
Presents a series of traditional classical music concerts featuring a professional symphony orchestra and guest soloists.
activities · 2 clusters
what they do
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Youth Support Through Arts and Education 2 activities
- Support youth music education and performanceDevelops youth programs that provide high-quality music education, performance opportunities in ensemble and professional settings, and musical instruments and scholarships to underprivileged youth.
- Youth Music Education ProgramsDevelops and offers youth programs that provide high-quality music education, including performance opportunities and scholarships for underprivileged youth.
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Uncategorized 8 activities
- Artist in Residence ProgramHosts Artists in Residence who contribute to performances, mentor emerging talent, and help shape the artistic direction of concerts.
- Engage artists in residence for performance and mentorshipHosts Artists in Residence who perform major concert works, mentor emerging talent, and contribute to the artistic direction of the orchestra. Dr. Qingqing Ye, Artist in Residence since 2012, has performed over a dozen piano concertos and numerous solo works in sold-out concerts.
- Free Ticket ProgramProvides free tickets to live performances for all students and veterans, ensuring accessibility to classical music for diverse audiences.
- Live Streaming of ConcertsProvides free live streaming of each concert, making performances accessible to audiences who cannot attend in person.
- Live stream concerts for broad public accessProvides free live-streaming of every concert, expanding access to classical music for remote and homebound audiences across the Greater Phoenix Valley and beyond.
- Present symphonic orchestra performances accessible to allOperates a high-quality symphony orchestra composed of volunteer, professionally trained musicians, presenting live performances in the Greater Phoenix Valley since 2012. Concerts are held at La Casa de Cristo Lutheran Church in Scottsdale, AZ, and are made accessible to audiences of all ages and backgrounds through donor support.
- Provide free access to concerts for students and veteransOffers free concert tickets to students and veterans for all live performances, ensuring equitable access to symphonic music regardless of financial means.
- Symphony Orchestra OperationsOperates a symphony orchestra that is accessible to everyone in the Greater Phoenix Valley, providing high-quality performances and enriching the cultural environment.
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financials · form 990 · fy2021
the money
revenue
Total revenue$208K
Contributions & grants$208K100%
Program service revenue$00%
Investment income$00%
Other revenue$0
expenses
Total expenses$206K
Program expenses53%
Admin / overhead34%
Fundraising12%
Salaries & benefits$81K
Grants paid out$0
Largest expense lineCompensation
balance sheet
Total assets$51K
Cash$4K
Investments$0
Liabilities$98K
Net assets$-47K
Liquid reserves0.3 mo
2 years on record · 2020–2021 · YoY revenue +85.8%
leadership · form 990 part vii · fy2021
who runs it
paid leadership · 2
| Name | Title | Hours/wk | Compensation |
|---|---|---|---|
| Joy Partridge CPA | President | 20 | $26K |
| Carl Reiter Phd | Executive Dir. | 30 | $20K |
relationships · 22
who they work with
- Arizona Christian University Partner — Jeremy Peterman has been a piano professor at Arizona Christian University.
- Arizona Opera Partner — Jeremy Peterman performed for numerous Arizona Opera productions.
- Arizona State University Partner — Jennifer Song Sheldon was educated at ASU; Vitaly Serebriakov is completing his Doctor of Musical Arts at ASU; Svetlana Obregon Saens has taught at the ASU School of Music and ASU Community Music School.
- Arizona State University Partner — Principal Resident Conductor graduated from Arizona State University's Doctor of Arts program in conducting; Concertmaster and Associate Concertmaster are alumni.
- Carnegie-Mellon University Partner — Jennifer Song Sheldon was educated at Carnegie-Mellon University.
- Chandler Children’s Choir Partner — Jeremy Peterman is principal pianist for the Chandler Children’s Choir.
- Chandler Symphony Orchestra Partner — Principal Resident Conductor serves as conductor and music director; Associate Conductor performs with the orchestra.
- Desert Hills Community School of Music Partner — Vitaly Serebriakov serves as Artistic Director.
- Elite Partners Partner — Corporate and individual donors who support the orchestra through tiered giving program
- Grand Canyon University Orchestra Partner — Jennifer Song Sheldon has appeared as soprano soloist with the Grand Canyon University Orchestra.
- La Casa de Cristo Lutheran Church Partner — Host venue for all Scottsdale Philharmonic concerts
- Mesa Community College Partner — Principal Resident Conductor serves as Adjunct Faculty.
- National Lutheran Choir Partner — Jennifer Song Sheldon appeared as a guest conductor with the National Lutheran Choir.
- OperAntics Partner — Jennifer Song Sheldon is an artist-in-residence with OperAntics (formerly Operatunity); Jeremy Peterman was a member of the educational opera troupe OperAntics.
- Ostinato Conservatory of Music Partner — Vitaly Serebriakov co-founded the conservatory and Svetlana Obregon Saens is a co-founder.
- Phoenix Symphony Partner — Jennifer Song Sheldon has appeared as a guest soloist with the Phoenix Symphony; Jeremy Peterman worked with the Phoenix Symphony under Michael Christie.
- Scottsdale Philharmonic Network — Member of the network of 501(c)(3) nonprofit organizations.
- Scottsdale Philharmonic Network — Self-referenced as a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization operating since 2012
- Sheet Music International Partner — Partner organization collaborating to make classical music available to audiences worldwide.
- Valley Youth Theatre Partner — Jennifer Song Sheldon has served as music director and conductor for the Valley Youth Theatre.
- business community Funder — Provides financial contributions to support the organization.
- general public Funder — Provides financial contributions to support the organization.