Welcome to the WSO Website

Welcome to the Washington Symphony Orchestra website. Here you’ll find the latest news about Washington County’s very own symphony orchestra that plays for music lovers of all ages. From classics to pops, the WSO has it all covered. With four regular-season concerts, great music is always just around the corner.

Please take some time to see everything that we have to offer. Your input is welcome!

UPCOMING CONCERTS

Fun & Games
Saturday, March 16, 2024, 7:30 p.m.
Sunday, March 17, 2024, 3 p.m.

Let’s Dance
Friday, May 24, 2024, 7:30 p.m.
Saturday, May 25, 2024, 3 p.m.

 

Season concerts at

The Olin Fine Arts Center, Washington & Jefferson College Campus

285 East Wheeling Street, Washington, PA 15301

The Young Artist Competition 2024 form is available here.

The Young Vocalist Competition 2024 form is available here.

The deadline for both of the above competitions is MARCH 22

THE WSO IS SEEKING A GENERAL MANAGER

The Washington Symphony Orchestra (WSO) a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization located in Washington, Pennsylvania, is seeking a dynamic and experienced General Manager (GM) to lead and manage our community orchestra.  The GM is the sole employee of the WSO and is responsible and accountable for all day-to-day operations including planning, budgeting and finances, fundraising, marketing and public relations and they will work collaboratively with the Artistic Director to plan and produce our concerts. This position requires strong organizational, interpersonal and leadership skills, as well as a passion for the arts and music and a commitment to community engagement, audience education and customer service.

The GM supports the mission of the WSO “to engage the community by providing accessible, quality musical performances that entertain, educate and inspire.”

The GM works collaboratively with the WSO Board for long-term planning and the development and implementation of strategies designed to assure the continued growth and success of the WSO.  The GM initiates and supports the fundraising efforts of the Board and will be actively engaged in donor cultivation, solicitation, and stewardship. The GM will work with the Artistic Director to plan and produce four annual concerts and additional outreach events.  The GM is the public relations representative for the WSO and is expected to actively seek opportunities to expand the visibility, reach, and impact of the orchestra throughout the regional community.  The GM manages operations and the resources of the WSO, provides oversight to interns when engaged, and coordinates and monitors the work of contracted individuals and volunteers.

Preferred Candidate will have a bachelor’s degree in Business, Arts Administration, or applicable field, and a minimum of three (3) or more years of non-profit leadership experience with demonstrated hands-on management skills.  Experience should include in-depth working knowledge of budgeting and accounting, grant writing, fundraising, event planning and public relations as they relate to the nonprofit sector.  The ideal candidate will have prior experience in arts management. Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite and QuickBooks (or other financial management software) is required; competency with a donor management software is also required; familiarity with Zoom and survey tools is preferred. Candidates with established relationships with foundations, organizations, and individual donors who fund Arts organizations are preferred.  Knowledge of marketing concepts, graphics software, websites and social media is highly valued.  This position requires high level writing and speaking skills to develop contacts and to communicate persuasively about the WSO and its value to the community.  

Position is full time, exempt status and requires evening and weekend activities. The salary range is $45,000 to $55,000, with some flexibility as determined by the scope and depth of the candidate’s total experience. The WSO is an equal opportunity employer. The successful candidate will be required to have or obtain all appropriate clearances within six months of employment. Applications will be considered on a rolling basis until the position is filled.  Please send a resume and a cover letter detailing your interest to jobs@washsym.org. No phone calls please.

The full job description is located here.                                      

Thank you to everyone who supported the WSO on the WCCF Day of Giving!


If you’d like to make an online donation to the WSO, PayPal payments can be sent to info@washsym.org. As you check out, be sure to indicate in the message section if your donation is for a particular purpose. Thank you!

If making a donation by check, please make your check payable to “Washington Symphony Orchestra,” PO BOX 178, Washington, PA 15301