Mission: Established in 1946 originally as a civic orchestra on the campus of Salem College, the Winston-Salem Symphony (WSS) incorporated in 1952 and hired its first full-time conductor in 1955. Over the years the WSS has offered a wide range of repertoires including classical orchestral and choral concert music; opera, oratorio, and ballet; and popular music. Education and community engagement performances have represented another core component of the Symphony's offerings, along with partnerships with other area arts, educational, and social services organizations. (Less)

Winston-Salem Symphony is a 501(c)(3) organization, with an IRS ruling year of 1952, and donations are tax-deductible.